1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 vs. 1987 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1987 Lincoln Continental is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1987 Lincoln Continental. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 195 kg more than 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4.
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, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 (423 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lincoln Continental. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 | 1987 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lincoln |
| Model | 365 GTC 4 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
