2007 Infiniti QX56 vs. 1972 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2007 Infiniti QX56 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 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1972 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1972 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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lincoln Continental. (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Infiniti QX56 | 1972 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Infiniti | Lincoln |
Model | QX56 | Continental |
Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 7542 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 533 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3230 mm |