2008 Jaguar XF vs. 1972 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XF is newer by 36 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, 2008 Jaguar XF (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1972 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1972 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 651 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XF.
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, 1972 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XF. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1972 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XF.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XF | 1972 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Jaguar | Lincoln |
Model | XF | Continental |
Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 7542 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1679 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3230 mm |