2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 1969 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1969 Lincoln Continental. (365 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 334 kg more than 2009 Chrysler 300.
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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler 300. (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler 300 | 1969 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Chrysler | Lincoln |
Model | 300 | Continental |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6059 cc | 7544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 110.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 97.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 2207 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2980 mm |