1995 Lincoln Continental vs. 2012 Ford E-150
To start off, 2012 Ford E-150 is newer by 17 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-150 weights approximately 861 kg more than 1995 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford E-150 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 2012 Ford E-150. 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, 2012 Ford E-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lincoln Continental | 2012 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Lincoln | Ford |
Model | Continental | E-150 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2085 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 132 L |