2007 Ford F-250 vs. 1959 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,043 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Lincoln Continental (349 HP) has 94 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-250. (255 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 852 kg more than 1959 Lincoln Continental.
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. 1959 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2007 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-250 | 1959 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | F-250 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 7043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3075 kg | 2223 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 5770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3330 mm |
