2003 Caterham 7 vs. 1983 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 20 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 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Caterham 7 (160 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1100 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7.
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 (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (176 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Caterham 7 | 1983 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Caterham | Lincoln |
Model | 7 | Continental |
Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 4940 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2760 mm |