1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 1995 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1995 Lincoln Continental is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1995 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 950 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Because 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa 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 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. 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, 1995 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (300 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. 1995 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa has manual transmission. 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa 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:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 1995 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lincoln |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | Continental |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 75 L |
