1954 Daimler Conquest vs. 1971 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1971 Lincoln Continental is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1954 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 901 kg more than 1954 Daimler Conquest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daimler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daimler Conquest | 1971 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Daimler | Lincoln |
| Model | Conquest | Continental |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2433 cc | 7542 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3230 mm |
