1962 Lincoln Continental vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1973 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,043 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lincoln Continental (300 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1548 kg more than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Lincoln Continental (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 537 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lincoln Continental | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Lincoln | Triumph |
| Model | Continental | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7043 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2328 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2110 mm |
