1995 Lincoln Continental vs. 2005 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2005 Panoz Esperante is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1995 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 478 kg more than 2005 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2005 Panoz Esperante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Lincoln Continental, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lincoln Continental. 1995 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 2005 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2005 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lincoln Continental | 2005 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Lincoln | Panoz |
Model | Continental | Esperante |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1272 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 59 L |