1999 Lincoln Continental vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 10 kg more than 1999 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lexus IS 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 2011 Lexus IS. 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, 2011 Lexus IS (375 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln Continental | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Lincoln | Lexus |
| Model | Continental | IS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
