1997 Lincoln Continental vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1997 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 220 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 1997 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Lincoln Continental | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lincoln | Porsche |
Model | Continental | 911 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |