1971 Lincoln Continental vs. 2004 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2004 Maserati Spyder is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,536 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1971 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1971 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 480 kg more than 2004 Maserati Spyder.
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 (465 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Maserati Spyder. (447 Nm). This means 1971 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Maserati Spyder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lincoln Continental | 2004 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Lincoln | Maserati |
| Model | Continental | Spyder |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7536 cc | 4254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2450 mm |
