2006 Lexus IS vs. 1972 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 875 kg more than 2006 Lexus IS. 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, 1972 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus IS | 1972 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Lexus | Lincoln |
| Model | IS | Continental |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 7542 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3230 mm |
