1996 Lincoln Continental vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 1996 Lincoln Continental. (218 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1996 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 405 kg more than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT.
Because 2004 Porsche Carrera GT 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 2004 Porsche Carrera GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lincoln Continental. 1996 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 2004 Porsche Carrera GT has manual transmission. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT 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 | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Lincoln | Porsche |
| Model | Continental | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 92 L |
