2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena vs. 1974 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,541 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1974 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena should accelerate faster than 1974 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 640 kg more than 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena.
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, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (773 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lincoln Continental. (488 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lincoln Continental. 1974 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena | 1974 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lincoln |
| Model | KS 360 Modena | Continental |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3572 cc | 7541 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 773 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3230 mm |
