1989 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1971 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,536 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1971 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1971 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 740 kg more than 1989 Ferrari Mondial.
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, 1971 Lincoln Continental (465 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ferrari Mondial | 1971 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Ferrari | Lincoln |
Model | Mondial | Continental |
Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 7536 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2980 mm |