2008 Ferrari 612 vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 612 is newer by 9 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 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln LS. (249 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1999 Lincoln LS. 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, 2008 Ferrari 612 (587 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln LS. (361 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari 612 | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lincoln |
| Model | 612 | LS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 3934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 350 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 68 L |
