1996 Lincoln Continental vs. 1987 Porsche 959
To start off, 1996 Lincoln Continental is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 959. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 959 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1996 Lincoln Continental. (218 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 300 kg more than 1987 Porsche 959.
Because 1987 Porsche 959 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Porsche 959 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lincoln Continental. 1996 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1987 Porsche 959 has manual transmission. 1987 Porsche 959 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lincoln Continental | 1987 Porsche 959 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Porsche |
| Model | Continental | 959 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2270 mm |
