1941 Cadillac 60 vs. 1981 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1981 Lincoln Continental is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Cadillac 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Cadillac 60 would be higher. At 5,672 cc (8 cylinders), 1941 Cadillac 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1941 Cadillac 60 (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1981 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1941 Cadillac 60 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 31 kg more than 1941 Cadillac 60.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Cadillac 60 | 1981 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
| Model | 60 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5672 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2990 mm |
