1995 Lincoln Continental vs. 1992 Ferrari 456
To start off, 1995 Lincoln Continental is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 50 kg more than 1992 Ferrari 456.
Because 1992 Ferrari 456 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 1992 Ferrari 456. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lincoln Continental | 1992 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Ferrari |
| Model | Continental | 456 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 436 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 110 L |
