1970 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1983 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1983 Lincoln Continental is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,388 cc (12 cylinders), 1970 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 76 kg more than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT.
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, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ferrari 365 GT | 1983 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lincoln |
| Model | 365 GT | Continental |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4388 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
