1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2004 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2004 Lincoln LS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari Testarossa 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) has 158 more horse power than 2004 Lincoln LS. (232 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2004 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln LS weights approximately 187 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lincoln LS. (298 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 2004 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lincoln |
| Model | Testarossa | LS |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 232 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2910 mm |
