1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 1981 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1981 Lincoln Continental is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1981 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 25 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 400.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ferrari 400 | 1981 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Ferrari | Lincoln |
Model | 400 | Continental |
Year Released | 1979 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4822 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2990 mm |