1971 Lincoln Continental vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1971 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1971 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 390 kg more than 2011 Porsche Panamera.
Because 2011 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Panamera. (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1971 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Panamera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lincoln Continental | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Lincoln | Porsche |
| Model | Continental | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7536 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2918 mm |
