1974 Lincoln Continental vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,541 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen CC (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1974 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1974 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 582 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen CC.
Because 1974 Lincoln Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen CC. (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1974 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lincoln Continental | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Lincoln | Volkswagen |
| Model | Continental | CC |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7541 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2711 mm |
