1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1962 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1962 Lincoln Continental is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 7,043 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lincoln Continental (300 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1148 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1962 Lincoln Continental (630 Nm) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm). This means 1962 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. 1962 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1962 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lincoln |
| Model | 250 GT | Continental |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 7043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2328 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
