1979 Lincoln Continental vs. 1983 TVR 350i
To start off, 1983 TVR 350i is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 TVR 350i (197 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 TVR 350i should accelerate faster than 1979 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 737 kg more than 1983 TVR 350i.
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, 1979 Lincoln Continental (359 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 TVR 350i. (298 Nm). This means 1979 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 TVR 350i. 1979 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1983 TVR 350i has manual transmission. 1983 TVR 350i will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lincoln Continental | 1983 TVR 350i | |
| Make | Lincoln | TVR |
| Model | Continental | 350i |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1163 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2390 mm |
