2000 Lexus GS vs. 1981 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2000 Lexus GS 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus GS (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1981 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1981 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 135 kg more than 2000 Lexus GS.
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, 1981 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus GS. (294 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1981 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lexus GS | 1981 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Lexus | Lincoln |
Model | GS | Continental |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2990 mm |