1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 1995 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1995 Lincoln Continental is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1995 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 290 kg more than 1965 Avanti Avanti.
Because 1965 Avanti Avanti 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 1965 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lincoln Continental. 1995 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1965 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1965 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Avanti Avanti | 1995 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Avanti | Lincoln |
| Model | Avanti | Continental |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |
