1981 Lincoln Continental vs. 1991 Porsche 911
To start off, 1991 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1981 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 680 kg more than 1991 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lincoln Continental | 1991 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Porsche |
| Model | Continental | 911 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
