2007 Ford E-250 vs. 1972 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 35 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, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1972 Lincoln Continental.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-250 | 1972 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | E-250 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 7542 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3230 mm |
