1973 Lincoln Continental vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 38 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, 2011 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1973 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1973 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 578 kg more than 2011 Cadillac CTS.
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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1973 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac CTS. 1973 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 2011 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2011 Cadillac CTS 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 | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Lincoln | Cadillac |
Model | Continental | CTS |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7542 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2334 kg | 1756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2880 mm |