1971 Lincoln Continental vs. 2012 Volvo C30
To start off, 2012 Volvo C30 is newer by 41 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, 2012 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1971 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1971 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 754 kg more than 2012 Volvo C30.
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, 2012 Volvo C30, 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 (465 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo C30. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1971 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lincoln Continental | 2012 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Volvo |
| Model | Continental | C30 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7536 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2639 mm |
