1971 Lincoln Continental vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 40 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1971 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1971 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 336 kg more than 2011 Jaguar XJ.
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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lincoln Continental. (465 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lincoln Continental | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Lincoln | Jaguar |
| Model | Continental | XJ |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7536 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1874 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 5248 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3157 mm |
