1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1986 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1986 Lincoln Continental is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fairthorpe Electron would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lincoln Continental (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. 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, 1986 Lincoln Continental (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 1986 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Lincoln |
Model | Electron | Continental |
Year Released | 1960 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 42 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2760 mm |