1990 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1970 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,534 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1970 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1970 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 680 kg more than 1990 Ferrari Testarossa.
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, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lincoln Continental. (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ferrari Testarossa | 1970 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Ferrari | Lincoln |
Model | Testarossa | Continental |
Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 7534 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 464 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2980 mm |