1981 Lincoln Continental vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 31 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1981 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 210 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lincoln Continental. (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Lincoln Continental | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lincoln | Porsche |
Model | Continental | 911 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2350 mm |