2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1969 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 40 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 63 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac STS. (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 572 kg more than 2009 Cadillac STS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1969 Lincoln Continental (678 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac STS. (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1969 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac STS | 1969 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
Model | STS | Continental |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 7544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 369 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2207 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2980 mm |