1981 Lincoln Continental vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (266 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1981 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1981 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 22 kg more than 2013 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, 1981 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1981 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Lincoln Continental | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Lincoln | Cadillac |
Model | Continental | CTS |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1833 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2880 mm |