2007 Jaguar XJ vs. 1971 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 36 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (401 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1971 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1971 Lincoln Continental.
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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lincoln Continental. (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ | 1971 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lincoln |
| Model | XJ | Continental |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 7542 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3230 mm |
