1973 Lincoln Continental vs. 2011 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1973 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1973 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 537 kg more than 2011 Chrysler 300.
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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chrysler 300. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Lincoln Continental | 2011 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Lincoln | Chrysler |
Model | Continental | 300 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7542 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2334 kg | 1797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 3053 mm |