2001 Lincoln LS vs. 1989 Maserati 430
To start off, 2001 Lincoln LS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Maserati 430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Maserati 430 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati 430 (247 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2001 Lincoln LS. (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati 430 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lincoln LS weights approximately 497 kg more than 1989 Maserati 430.
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, 1989 Maserati 430 (375 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lincoln LS. (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati 430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lincoln LS | 1989 Maserati 430 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Maserati |
| Model | LS | 430 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
