2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln LS. (208 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 347 kg more than 2006 Ferrari F430.
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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln LS. (277 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln LS. 1999 Lincoln LS has automatic transmission and 2006 Ferrari F430 has manual transmission. 2006 Ferrari F430 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lincoln |
| Model | F430 | LS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |
