1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1983 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 231 kg more than 1995 Ferrari 512 M.
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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari 512 M | 1983 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lincoln |
| Model | 512 M | Continental |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2443 cc |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
