1992 Porsche 968 vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 1999 Lincoln LS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 968 (241 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln LS. (208 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 287 kg more than 1992 Porsche 968.
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, 1992 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln LS. (277 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln LS. 1999 Lincoln LS has automatic transmission and 1992 Porsche 968 has manual transmission. 1992 Porsche 968 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 968 | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Porsche | Lincoln |
| Model | 968 | LS |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 68 L |
