1970 Lincoln Continental vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,534 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (252 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1970 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1970 Lincoln Continental.
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 Lincoln Continental (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (215 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Lincoln Continental | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Lincoln | Porsche |
Model | Continental | Boxster |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7534 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2420 mm |