2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 1973 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 31 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, 2004 Cadillac CTS (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1973 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1973 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 742 kg more than 2004 Cadillac CTS.
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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (298 Nm). This means 1973 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac CTS | 1973 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
Model | CTS | Continental |
Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 7542 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 488 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 2334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3230 mm |