1999 Lincoln Continental vs. 1965 Nissan President
To start off, 1999 Lincoln Continental is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1965 Nissan President. (167 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1965 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 145 kg more than 1965 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Nissan President 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 1965 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Nissan President. (323 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lincoln Continental | 1965 Nissan President | |
Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
Model | Continental | President |
Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |