1965 Lincoln Continental vs. 1983 Lotus Excel
To start off, 1983 Lotus Excel is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,048 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lincoln Continental (284 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1983 Lotus Excel. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1983 Lotus Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1271 kg more than 1983 Lotus Excel. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lincoln Continental | 1983 Lotus Excel | |
| Make | Lincoln | Lotus |
| Model | Continental | Excel |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7048 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 31 L |
