2004 Jaguar XK vs. 1971 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XK is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,536 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1971 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1971 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 405 kg more than 2004 Jaguar XK.
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, 1971 Lincoln Continental (465 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm). This means 1971 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XK | 1971 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lincoln |
| Model | XK | Continental |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 7536 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2980 mm |
