1959 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1965 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1965 Lincoln Continental is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 7,048 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 766 kg more than 1959 Chevrolet Impala.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chevrolet Impala | 1965 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
Model | Impala | Continental |
Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3851 cc | 7048 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 284 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2406 kg |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3210 mm |