1974 Lincoln Continental vs. 1981 Porsche 944
To start off, 1981 Porsche 944 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,541 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1981 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1981 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 985 kg more than 1981 Porsche 944. 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, 1974 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lincoln Continental | 1981 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Porsche |
| Model | Continental | 944 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7541 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2410 mm |
