1986 Lincoln Continental vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1986 Lincoln Continental. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1986 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 185 kg more than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
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 Lincoln Continental (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (354 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lincoln Continental | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | Continental | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
