2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 1969 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2007 Cadillac DTS is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,544 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lincoln Continental (365 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac DTS. (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac DTS.
Because 1969 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 1969 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1969 Lincoln Continental (678 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac DTS. (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac DTS | 1969 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
| Model | DTS | Continental |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 7544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 110.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2980 mm |
