2005 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1970 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,534 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1970 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1970 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 47 kg more than 1970 Lincoln Continental. 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, 2005 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lincoln Continental. (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln Navigator | 1970 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Lincoln | Lincoln |
| Model | Navigator | Continental |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 7534 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2257 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2980 mm |
