2005 Lincoln Continental vs. 1991 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Continental is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 575 kg more than 1991 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln Continental | 1991 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Porsche |
| Model | Continental | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
