1986 Lincoln Continental vs. 1961 Steyr 500
To start off, 1986 Lincoln Continental is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lincoln Continental (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1961 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1961 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1961 Steyr 500. 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, 1986 Lincoln Continental (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Lincoln Continental | 1961 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Lincoln | Steyr |
Model | Continental | 500 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1961 |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 1850 mm |