2000 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1981 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2000 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari Maranello (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1981 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1981 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 205 kg more than 2000 Ferrari Maranello.
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 Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lincoln Continental. (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari Maranello | 1981 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Ferrari | Lincoln |
Model | Maranello | Continental |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 568 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2990 mm |