1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1968 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,536 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (266 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1968 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1968 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 780 kg more than 1998 Ferrari Mondial.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 Lincoln Continental (464 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. (363 Nm). This means 1968 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Mondial | 1968 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lincoln |
| Model | Mondial | Continental |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 7536 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2210 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2980 mm |
