1971 Lincoln Continental vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 42 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1971 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1971 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 322 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lincoln Continental. (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Lincoln Continental | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Lincoln | Ford |
Model | Continental | Expedition |
Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7542 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2332 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 3023 mm |