1995 Lincoln Continental vs. 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward
To start off, 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward 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 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward should accelerate faster than 1995 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 700 kg more than 1995 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward 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 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. 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 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lincoln Continental | 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward | |
Make | Lincoln | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Continental | Park Ward |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 5379 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2450 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |