1965 Lincoln Continental vs. 2001 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2001 Panoz Esperante is newer by 36 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, 2001 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1965 Lincoln Continental. (284 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1965 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1136 kg more than 2001 Panoz Esperante.
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 | 2001 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Lincoln | Panoz |
| Model | Continental | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7048 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 59 L |
