1971 Lincoln Continental vs. 2006 Maybach 57
To start off, 2006 Maybach 57 is newer by 35 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 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 57 (613 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1971 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1971 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 57 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1971 Lincoln Continental. 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, 2006 Maybach 57 (1,357 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 869 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lincoln Continental. (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Lincoln Continental | 2006 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Lincoln | Maybach |
Model | Continental | 57 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7542 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 613 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 1357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 3400 mm |