2006 Ford F-150 vs. 1962 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 44 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1962 Lincoln Continental. (300 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1962 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 613 kg more than 2006 Ford F-150.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 1962 Lincoln Continental (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-150. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1962 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 1962 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | F-150 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 7043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2328 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |
