1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1987 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1987 Lincoln Continental. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1987 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 365 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, 1987 Lincoln Continental (366 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. (363 Nm). This means 1987 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 | 1987 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lincoln |
| Model | Mondial | Continental |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3184 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1715 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
