1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1970 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1970 Lincoln Continental is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 7,534 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lincoln Continental (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 698 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger. 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, 1970 Lincoln Continental (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (422 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1970 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
| Model | Challenger | Continental |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 7534 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2980 mm |
