1977 Ferrari 308 vs. 1983 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1983 Lincoln Continental is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 235 kg more than 1977 Ferrari 308.
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, 1983 Lincoln Continental (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ferrari 308 | 1983 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lincoln |
| Model | 308 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
