1986 Lincoln Continental vs. 2011 Ford E-350
To start off, 2011 Ford E-350 is newer by 25 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1986 Lincoln Continental. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1986 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, 2011 Ford E-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lincoln Continental. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Lincoln Continental | 2011 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Lincoln | Ford |
Model | Continental | E-350 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3505 mm |