1971 Lincoln Continental vs. 1966 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1971 Lincoln Continental is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1966 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1966 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1586 kg more than 1966 ZAZ 966. 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, 1971 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Lincoln Continental | 1966 ZAZ 966 | |
Make | Lincoln | ZAZ |
Model | Continental | 966 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 7542 cc | 887 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2170 mm |