1983 Lincoln Continental vs. 1973 Morgan 4
To start off, 1983 Lincoln Continental is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lincoln Continental (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1973 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1973 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1026 kg more than 1973 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 Lincoln Continental (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lincoln Continental | 1973 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Morgan |
| Model | Continental | 4 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
