1985 Lincoln Continental vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1985 Lincoln Continental. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1985 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 127 kg more than 2013 Nissan Z.
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, 2013 Nissan Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lincoln Continental. (338 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Lincoln Continental | 2013 Nissan Z | |
Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
Model | Continental | Z |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4246 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |