1980 Lincoln Continental vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lincoln Continental would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 774 kg more than 1980 Lincoln Continental.
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, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lincoln Continental. (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lincoln Continental | 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Lincoln | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Continental | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 2629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 5612 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1987 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1598 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 3320 mm |
