2004 Lincoln Continental vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Continental is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 330 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 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 1996 Porsche 993. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993. 2004 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1996 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1996 Porsche 993 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lincoln Continental | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Porsche |
| Model | Continental | 993 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2280 mm |
