2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 1971 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2005 Cadillac SRX is newer by 34 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 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac SRX (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1971 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1971 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 379 kg more than 2005 Cadillac SRX.
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 (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac SRX | 1971 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
Model | SRX | Continental |
Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 7542 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3230 mm |