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Lincoln Continental 5.8

General information

ModelLincoln Continental 5.8
Year1979
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating57 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5766 ccm (351.84 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 3-speed

Engine and transmission

Displacement5766 ccm (351.84 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power140.00 PS (103 kW or 138 HP) at 3400 Rev. per min.
Max torque359.00 Nm (36.6 kgf-m or 264.8 ft.lbs) at 2000 Rev. per min.
Fuel systemCarburetor
GearboxAutomatic, 3-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0737 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space5910 litres (1,561 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.5

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1900 kg (4,188.8 pounds)
Overall length5570 mm (219.3 inches)
Overall width1990 mm (78.3 inches)
Overall height1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Ground clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase2990 mm (117.7 inches)
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