2008 Infiniti FX vs. 1973 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2008 Infiniti FX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti FX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1973 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1973 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1014 kg more than 2008 Infiniti FX.
Because 2008 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX 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, 1973 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti FX. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Infiniti FX | 1973 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Infiniti | Lincoln |
Model | FX | Continental |
Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 7542 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3230 mm |