2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1973 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (390 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1973 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1973 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 238 kg more than 1973 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lincoln Continental. (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1973 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Land Rover | Lincoln |
Model | Range Rover Sport | Continental |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 7542 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 2334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3230 mm |