1983 Lincoln Continental vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (288 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1983 Lincoln Continental. 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lincoln Continental | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Chrysler |
| Model | Continental | 300 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3052 mm |
