1984 Lincoln Continental vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 28 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 1984 Lincoln Continental. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1984 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 110 kg more than 1984 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, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lincoln Continental. (339 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lincoln Continental | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Lincoln | Aston Martin |
| Model | Continental | DBS |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4719 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2741 mm |
