1995 Lincoln Continental vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 1995 Lincoln Continental is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 350 kg more than 1994 Porsche 968.
Because 1994 Porsche 968 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 1994 Porsche 968. 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, 1995 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1995 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lincoln Continental | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Porsche |
| Model | Continental | 968 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 74 L |
