1982 Ferrari 400 vs. 1983 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1983 Lincoln Continental is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1983 Lincoln Continental. 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, 1982 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ferrari 400 | 1983 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Ferrari | Lincoln |
Model | 400 | Continental |
Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 4940 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |