2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1962 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot 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 50 more horse power than 2009 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 373 kg more than 2009 Honda Pilot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Pilot 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 Honda Pilot 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 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1962 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Pilot | 1962 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Honda | Lincoln |
Model | Pilot | Continental |
Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 7043 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2328 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 90 L |