1980 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1983 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1983 Lincoln Continental is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari Mondial (214 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 200 kg more than 1980 Ferrari Mondial.
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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. (243 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ferrari Mondial | 1983 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Ferrari | Lincoln |
Model | Mondial | Continental |
Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 4940 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 214 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |