1973 Lincoln Continental vs. 2005 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2005 Maserati Spyder is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1973 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1973 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 654 kg more than 2005 Maserati Spyder.
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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Maserati Spyder. (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Maserati Spyder. 1973 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 2005 Maserati Spyder has manual transmission. 2005 Maserati Spyder will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Lincoln Continental | 2005 Maserati Spyder | |
Make | Lincoln | Maserati |
Model | Continental | Spyder |
Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7542 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2334 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2450 mm |