1982 Lincoln Continental vs. 1962 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1982 Lincoln Continental is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1982 Lincoln Continental. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 205 kg more than 1962 Maserati 3500.
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, 1962 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lincoln Continental. (237 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1962 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Lincoln Continental | 1962 Maserati 3500 | |
Make | Lincoln | Maserati |
Model | Continental | 3500 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1962 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |