1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1996 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1996 Lincoln Continental is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1996 Lincoln Continental. (218 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 400 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 1959 Aston Martin DB4 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 1959 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lincoln Continental, 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, 1996 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. 1996 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1959 Aston Martin DB4 has manual transmission. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1996 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lincoln |
Model | DB4 | Continental |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 75 L |