1986 Lincoln Continental vs. 1999 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 1999 Panoz Esperante is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1986 Lincoln Continental. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1986 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 445 kg more than 1999 Panoz Esperante.
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, 1999 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lincoln Continental. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Lincoln Continental | 1999 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Lincoln | Panoz |
Model | Continental | Esperante |
Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |