1973 Lincoln Continental vs. 1963 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1973 Lincoln Continental is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1629 kg more than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. 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, 1973 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Lincoln Continental | 1963 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Lincoln | Triumph |
Model | Continental | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1973 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7542 cc | 1147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2334 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2110 mm |