1981 Lincoln Continental vs. 1958 Subaru 360
To start off, 1981 Lincoln Continental is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lincoln Continental (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1958 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1958 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1306 kg more than 1958 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, 1981 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lincoln Continental | 1958 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Subaru |
| Model | Continental | 360 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 1780 mm |
