1971 Lincoln Continental vs. 1971 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, both 1971 Lincoln Continental and 1971 Steyr Haflinger were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 190 more horse power than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1680 kg more than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Steyr Haflinger will offer significantly more control. 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 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. 1971 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1971 Steyr Haflinger has manual transmission. 1971 Steyr Haflinger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Lincoln Continental | 1971 Steyr Haflinger | |
Make | Lincoln | Steyr |
Model | Continental | Haflinger |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Engine Size | 7542 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 44 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 2840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1360 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 1510 mm |