1969 Lincoln Continental vs. 1975 Sunbeam Rapier
To start off, 1975 Sunbeam Rapier is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,544 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lincoln Continental (365 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1975 Sunbeam Rapier. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1975 Sunbeam Rapier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1177 kg more than 1975 Sunbeam Rapier. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Lincoln Continental (678 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Sunbeam Rapier. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1969 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Sunbeam Rapier.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Lincoln Continental | 1975 Sunbeam Rapier | |
Make | Lincoln | Sunbeam |
Model | Continental | Rapier |
Year Released | 1969 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7544 cc | 1725 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 110.9 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2207 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2510 mm |