1965 Lincoln Continental vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 46 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 27 more horse power than 2011 Lotus Exige. (257 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2011 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1497 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige. 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 | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Lincoln | Lotus |
| Model | Continental | Exige |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7048 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 909 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 44 L |
