1981 Ferrari 400 vs. 2006 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2006 Lincoln LS is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2006 Lincoln LS. (239 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 119 kg more than 2006 Lincoln LS. 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, 1981 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lincoln LS. (388 Nm). This means 1981 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lincoln LS. 2006 Lincoln LS has automatic transmission and 1981 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1981 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 400 | 2006 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lincoln |
| Model | 400 | LS |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1711 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 85 L |
