1966 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1995 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1995 Lincoln Continental is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 400 kg more than 1966 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 1966 Aston Martin DB4 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 1966 Aston Martin DB4. 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, 1995 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Aston Martin DB4. (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Aston Martin DB4 | 1995 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lincoln |
| Model | DB4 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 75 L |
