You are correct.
Very “regulated” into ugly boring discomfort.
No, none of these modern teardrops equals the old Lincoln especially on a long driving vacation. Just got back from one last week with a Camry. It’s OK, but they are not nearly as comfortable (nor capable of handling all the vacation issues).
I think that is the reason many people like the bigger SUVs. They give one more room, and the seating is more like these classic cars.