1987 Lincoln Continental vs. 1996 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1996 TVR Griffith is newer by 9 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 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1987 Lincoln Continental. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1987 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 655 kg more than 1996 TVR Griffith.
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, 1996 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lincoln Continental. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lincoln Continental | 1996 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Lincoln | TVR |
Model | Continental | Griffith |
Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2290 mm |