1995 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1997 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1997 Lincoln Continental is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1997 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1997 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 146 kg more than 1995 Ford Thunderbird.
Because 1995 Ford Thunderbird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Lincoln Continental, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Thunderbird (447 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Thunderbird | 1997 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Thunderbird | Continental |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2780 mm |
