2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 1971 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 35 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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1971 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1971 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 365 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XKR.
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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lincoln Continental. (465 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XKR | 1971 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lincoln |
| Model | XKR | Continental |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 7536 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2980 mm |
