2006 Ford Expedition vs. 1974 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,541 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1974 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1974 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 615 kg more than 2006 Ford Expedition.
Because 1974 Lincoln Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lincoln Continental. (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Expedition | 1974 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Expedition | Continental |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 7541 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3230 mm |
