2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 1962 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,043 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1962 Lincoln Continental. (300 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1962 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 486 kg more than 2004 Chrysler 300.
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, 1962 Lincoln Continental (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler 300. (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler 300 | 1962 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Chrysler | Lincoln |
Model | 300 | Continental |
Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 7043 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 2328 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 90 L |