2009 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1971 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,536 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1971 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1971 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 254 kg more than 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish.
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, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lincoln Continental. (465 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1971 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lincoln |
| Model | Vanquish | Continental |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 7536 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2980 mm |
