1980 Lincoln Continental vs. 1965 Subaru 360
To start off, 1980 Lincoln Continental is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lincoln Continental (130 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1965 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1965 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1965 Subaru 360. 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, 1980 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Subaru 360. (36 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lincoln Continental | 1965 Subaru 360 | |
Make | Lincoln | Subaru |
Model | Continental | 360 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 36 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 1810 mm |