1987 Lincoln Continental vs. 2010 Maybach 57
To start off, 2010 Maybach 57 is newer by 23 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maybach 57 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1987 Lincoln Continental. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1029 kg more than 1987 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, 2010 Maybach 57 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 633 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lincoln Continental. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lincoln Continental | 2010 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Maybach |
| Model | Continental | 57 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1557 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3391 mm |
