2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1983 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (381 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 45 kg more than 1983 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, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (417 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1983 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lincoln |
Model | V8 Vantage | Continental |
Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 4940 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |