2003 Jaguar R-D6 vs. 1973 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 is newer by 30 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, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 (230 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 834 kg more than 2003 Jaguar R-D6.
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, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 (500 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lincoln Continental. (488 Nm). This means 2003 Jaguar R-D6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar R-D6 | 1973 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lincoln |
| Model | R-D6 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 7542 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2160 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3230 mm |
