2007 GMC Acadia vs. 1962 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 45 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, 1962 Lincoln Continental (300 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 GMC Acadia. (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Acadia.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia 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, 2007 GMC Acadia 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1962 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Acadia | 1962 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | GMC | Lincoln |
| Model | Acadia | Continental |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 7043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 90 L |
