1971 Lincoln Continental vs. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is newer by 37 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, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1971 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 1971 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 148 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, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lincoln Continental. (465 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lincoln Continental | 2008 Lincoln Mark LT | |
| Make | Lincoln | Lincoln |
| Model | Continental | Mark LT |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7536 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 2358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 5690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3520 mm |
