2008 Acura TL vs. 1970 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,534 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1970 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1970 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 936 kg more than 2008 Acura TL.
Because 1970 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 1970 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL, 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, 1970 Lincoln Continental (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 1970 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Acura | Lincoln |
| Model | TL | Continental |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 7534 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2980 mm |
