2002 Lincoln Continental vs. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 Lincoln Continental. (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2002 Lincoln Continental.
Because 2013 Maserati Quattroporte 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 2013 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Lincoln Continental (571 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Maserati Quattroporte. (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2002 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lincoln Continental | 2013 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Lincoln | Maserati |
| Model | Continental | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 5097 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1438 mm |
