2005 Ford Mustang vs. 1962 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,043 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lincoln Continental (300 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 831 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Lincoln Continental (630 Nm) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (326 Nm). This means 1962 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 1962 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Mustang | Continental |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 7043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 2328 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 90 L |
