1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 1979 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 6,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (377 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 505 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F355.
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, 1996 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari F355 | 1979 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Ferrari | Lincoln |
Model | F355 | Continental |
Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 6554 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 377 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 101.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2990 mm |