1960 Austin A 90 vs. 1985 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1985 Lincoln Continental is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lincoln Continental (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 200 kg more than 1960 Austin A 90. 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, 1985 Lincoln Continental (338 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 90. (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 90 | 1985 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Austin | Lincoln |
Model | A 90 | Continental |
Year Released | 1960 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |