1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1973 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (320 HP) has 103 more horse power than 1973 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1973 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 789 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1973 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. (468 Nm). This means 1973 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. 1973 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1999 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 1973 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
Model | Camaro | Continental |
Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 7542 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 468 Nm | 488 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 2334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3230 mm |