1980 Lincoln Continental vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (224 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1980 Lincoln Continental. (130 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1980 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 577 kg more than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
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, 1980 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1980 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lincoln Continental | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Lincoln | Porsche |
Model | Continental | Boxster |
Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2420 mm |