1997 Lincoln Continental vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Lincoln Continental is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (227 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1997 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 850 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911.
Because 1974 Porsche 911 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 1974 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 911. (280 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Lincoln Continental | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lincoln | Porsche |
Model | Continental | 911 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2270 mm |