2006 Cadillac DTS vs. 1972 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2006 Cadillac DTS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1972 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1972 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 572 kg more than 2006 Cadillac DTS.
Because 1972 Lincoln Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac DTS. (388 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac DTS | 1972 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
Model | DTS | Continental |
Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 7542 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3230 mm |