1981 Lincoln Continental vs. 1966 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1981 Lincoln Continental is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph Vitesse 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 35 more horse power than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 925 kg more than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Lincoln Continental | 1966 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | Lincoln | Triumph |
Model | Continental | Vitesse |
Year Released | 1981 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 74.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2330 mm |