2006 Ford Focus vs. 1973 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 522 kg more than 1973 Lincoln Continental.
Because 1973 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 1973 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus, 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, 1973 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 1973 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Focus | Continental |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 7542 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 2334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3230 mm |
