1971 Lincoln Continental vs. 2010 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac DTS is newer by 39 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, 2010 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1971 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1971 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 512 kg more than 2010 Cadillac DTS.
Because 1971 Lincoln Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac DTS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac DTS. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Lincoln Continental | 2010 Cadillac DTS | |
Make | Lincoln | Cadillac |
Model | Continental | DTS |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7542 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5273 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2936 mm |