2009 Ford Fusion vs. 1962 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,043 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lincoln Continental (300 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fusion. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1356 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Fusion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion 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, 1962 Lincoln Continental (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1962 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fusion | 1962 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Fusion | Continental |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 7043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 2328 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |
