2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 1982 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 5,746 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 427 more horse power than 1982 Lincoln Continental. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1982 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lincoln Continental. (237 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ferrari 612 | 1982 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Ferrari | Lincoln |
Model | 612 | Continental |
Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5746 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 541 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |