1969 Lincoln Continental vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,544 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1969 Lincoln Continental. (365 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 650 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1969 Lincoln Continental (678 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911. 1969 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lincoln Continental | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Porsche |
| Model | Continental | 911 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7544 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2207 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2350 mm |
