1998 Lincoln Continental vs. 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1998 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1998 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 410 kg more than 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo 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, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lincoln Continental. 1998 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo has manual transmission. 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lincoln Continental | 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Lincoln | Lamborghini |
| Model | Continental | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 562 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4387 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1166 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |
