2009 Ferrari 599 vs. 1983 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 599 is newer by 26 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 483 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 165 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, 2009 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 599 | 1983 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lincoln |
| Model | 599 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
