What's the Best Luxury Car for 1972? Imperial LeBaron, Lincoln Continental or Cadillac Deville?

Let's take a look at these impressive land yachts for 1972, Chrysler's Imperial Lebaron (440V8) and Lincoln's Continental (460V8).

[Jim-resr]

My dad had a 72 Lincoln, smooth ride and lots of power

[althunder]

I live my automotive life vicariously through Adam.

[trwsandford]

As much as I love that Lincoln... That Imperial LeBaron has the coolest grille ever made. What a machine! and seriously? the 440? I love it!

[MrScottie]

The Imperial wins by leaps and bounds. The fuselage, although now 50 years old, with its clean lines still looks fresh and modern.

[alcyr]

Long time Mopar guy, those are both sweet cars, and I do appreciate all brands. But the grille and taillights on the Imperial is a win for me.

[m.pietro]

These two cars are absolutely jaw dropping!!!! I could sit down and contemplate them all day long.

[craigcoe]

I always loved the look of the Lincoln Continental. I would take that over the Chrysler.

[kroge]

I would say hands down it’s the look of the Imperial.

[steven.l.patterson]

Finally a comparison between competing models — please have more of these!

[markdc]

Amazing how good the Imperial looks next to the Lincoln, the surround chrome bumpers and hideaway lamps are peak Detroit styling. It's also reassuring to know that Syd Mead's car is in such good hands. 👏👏

[davidwatt]

I’m surprised more people don’t stop and stare at these two beautiful cars while you’re filming Adam. I know I would 😊👍

[OnkelPHMagee]

I knew that you'd pick the Lincoln because of how you've praised Ford's ride comfort in the past. As a lifelong Mopar addict, I've found myself equally addicted to the whistle of a TorqueFlite at moderate speeds and the reduction gear starter. Thanks for a fun episode,

[blockcl]

I noticed when you put the hoods down, the Imperial sounded very clanky, while the Mark had a nice bank vault sound to it.

[brandonhall]

Ive always loved the fuselage Imperial and it would be my pick but that Lincoln is beautiful, too. I wish America made these big land yachts today....in a perfect world..

[NYCBluesTRio]

I grew up in an affluent area in the 60's and 70s. You saw a lot of Lincolns in those days. Imperials were less common but they were around. Of course Cadillacs were probably the most common. As a kid I was all about sports cars and referred to the big American cars as boats. Your videos have given me a new perspective and a greater appreciation for these old boulevard cruisers.

[pieterk]

The Imperial looks best imho. The gold interior is a bit over the hill but the exterior looks so clean. What a nice review.

[James__Gregory]

I have always been a continental fan. My mom had two in the 70s. I feel like the logo turned on its side in the back accentuates the width of the car and if it were the usual vertical configuration it would not do that. It really makes the car look as wide as it is long. Such a beautiful example. I love the absence of the vinyl roof on this.

[rtchrg]

Two of my all time favorites - love hidden headlight full size big block land yachts. Luxurious and sinister at the same time!

[yearssober]

Hands down the Imperial wins it for me. The looks and style cant be beat. It would turn heads even today. The Lincoln is nice in its own right. Ijust prefer the Imperial.

[dominickserignese]

I always liked the looks of those big Imperials. Very unique looking car. Beautiful automobile! I'm still amazed at how little miles are on both vehicles.