1987 Chevrolet Celebrity vs. 1962 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,043 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lincoln Continental (300 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 968 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity, 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, 1962 Lincoln Continental (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1962 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity | 1962 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Celebrity | Continental |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 7043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2328 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3130 mm |
