1999 Lincoln Continental vs. 1997 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1999 Lincoln Continental is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1997 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 360 kg more than 1997 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Continental, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln Continental | 1997 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Lincoln | Ford |
| Model | Continental | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2580 mm |
