2006 Buick Terraza vs. 1969 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,544 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lincoln Continental (365 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 261 kg more than 2006 Buick Terraza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza will offer significantly more control. 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, 1969 Lincoln Continental (678 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 1969 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Buick | Lincoln |
| Model | Terraza | Continental |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 7544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 2207 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2980 mm |
