1985 Lincoln Continental vs. 2001 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 607 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 607 (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1985 Lincoln Continental. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 250 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 607.
Because 1985 Lincoln Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 607, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Lincoln Continental (338 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 607. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1985 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lincoln Continental | 2001 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Peugeot |
| Model | Continental | 607 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
