1999 Lincoln Continental vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, both 1999 Lincoln Continental and 1999 Lincoln LS were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln LS (249 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 Lincoln LS.
Because 1999 Lincoln LS 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 1999 Lincoln LS. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln LS. (361 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln LS. 1999 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1999 Lincoln LS has manual transmission. 1999 Lincoln LS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln Continental | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Lincoln | Lincoln |
| Model | Continental | LS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
