2009 Ford Focus vs. 1970 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 39 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, 1970 Lincoln Continental (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1244 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Ford Focus, 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1970 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1970 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Focus | Continental |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 7534 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2980 mm |
