1983 Lincoln Continental vs. 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost
To start off, 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 6,600 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost (563 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Continental.
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, 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost (779 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 569 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lincoln Continental | 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost | |
| Make | Lincoln | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Continental | Ghost |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 779 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3465 mm |
