1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1983 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 3 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 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 100 kg more than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa.
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, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (475 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (310 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 1983 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lincoln |
| Model | Testarossa | Continental |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
