1997 Lincoln Continental vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1997 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 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 455 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Lincoln Continental | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lincoln | Porsche |
Model | Continental | 911 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 665 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2280 mm |