2003 Ford GT vs. 2003 Lincoln Continental
To start off, both 2003 Ford GT and 2003 Lincoln Continental were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2003 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2003 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 230 kg more than 2003 Ford GT.
Because 2003 Ford GT 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 2003 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2003 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lincoln Continental. 2003 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford GT has manual transmission. 2003 Ford GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford GT | 2003 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Ford | Lincoln |
Model | GT | Continental |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |