1995 Lincoln Continental vs. 1998 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1998 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 573 more horse power than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 750 kg more than 1998 TVR Speed 12.
Because 1998 TVR Speed 12 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 1998 TVR Speed 12. 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, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lincoln Continental. 1995 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1998 TVR Speed 12 has manual transmission. 1998 TVR Speed 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lincoln Continental | 1998 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Lincoln | TVR |
| Model | Continental | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 332 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |
