2000 Lincoln Continental vs. 1959 Lotus Seven
To start off, 2000 Lincoln Continental is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Seven. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1959 Lotus Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Lotus Seven 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 1959 Lotus Seven. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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. 2000 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1959 Lotus Seven has manual transmission. 1959 Lotus Seven will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lincoln Continental | 1959 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Lincoln | Lotus |
| Model | Continental | Seven |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2240 mm |
