2007 Honda Accord vs. 1974 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,541 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 912 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord, 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, 1974 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 1974 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Accord | Continental |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 7541 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3230 mm |
