1996 Lincoln Continental vs. 2001 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2001 Porsche Boxster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lincoln Continental (218 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Porsche Boxster. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 484 kg more than 2001 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lincoln Continental, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche Boxster. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1996 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche Boxster. 1996 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lincoln Continental | 2001 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Lincoln | Porsche |
| Model | Continental | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2360 mm |
