1984 Lincoln Continental vs. 1993 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1993 TVR Chimaera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Chimaera (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1984 Lincoln Continental. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1984 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 650 kg more than 1993 TVR Chimaera.
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, 1993 TVR Chimaera (388 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lincoln Continental. (339 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lincoln Continental | 1993 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Lincoln | TVR |
| Model | Continental | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2290 mm |
