1999 Lincoln Continental vs. 1957 Seat 600
To start off, 1999 Lincoln Continental is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1957 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1957 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1957 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Seat 600 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 1957 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Continental, 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, 1999 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln Continental | 1957 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Seat |
| Model | Continental | 600 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2010 mm |
