1987 Lincoln Continental vs. 1994 McLaren F1
To start off, 1994 McLaren F1 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 6,062 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 McLaren F1 (627 HP) has 479 more horse power than 1987 Lincoln Continental. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 595 kg more than 1994 McLaren F1.
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, 1994 McLaren F1 (881 Nm) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lincoln Continental. (366 Nm). This means 1994 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lincoln Continental | 1994 McLaren F1 | |
Make | Lincoln | McLaren |
Model | Continental | F1 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 6062 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 627 HP |
Torque | 366 Nm | 881 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |