1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1983 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1983 Lincoln Continental is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 214 kg more than 1983 Lincoln Continental. 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, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1983 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lincoln |
Model | V8 Volante | Continental |
Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4940 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |