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Lincoln Continental IX 4.6 V8 32V (279 Hp)
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Lincoln Continental:
The Lincoln Continental is a series of mid-sized and full-sized luxury cars produced between 1939 and 2020 by Lincoln, a division of the American automaker Ford. The model line was introduced following the construction of a personal vehicle for Edsel Ford, who commissioned a coachbuilt 1939 Lincoln-Zephyr convertible, developed as a vacation vehicle to attract potential Lincoln buyers. In what would give the model line its name, the exterior was designed with European "continental" styling elements, including a rear-mounted spare tire....(Read more on Wikipedia)
IX Overview:
Lincoln Continental (IX). With 373 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1745 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 215 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Lincoln Continental IX was not tested by Euro NCAP, as the program began after its introduction and primarily focused on European market vehicles. Safety features for its era included ABS and standard airbags.
4.6 V8 32V (279 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 4.6L InTech V8 provides strong, smooth acceleration suitable for highway cruising, delivering ample power for a large luxury sedan. While not a sports car, its 279 Hp ensures confident overtaking.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is typical for a large American V8 of its era, with urban consumption at 13.8 l/100 km (approx. 17 MPG US) and extra-urban at 9.8 l/100 km (approx. 24 MPG US), making it a thirsty option by modern standards.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional ride comfort and quiet cabin
- • Powerful and smooth 4.6L InTech V8 engine
- • Spacious interior with ample legroom
- • Distinctive classic American luxury styling
- • Good highway cruising capability
Cons:
- • High fuel consumption
- • Dated interior technology by modern standards
- • Large turning radius and less agile handling
- • Potential for costly maintenance on older luxury components
- • Front-wheel drive might deter some traditional luxury buyers
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(VIII: 1992 - 1994).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Lincoln |
| Model: | Continental |
| Generation: | IX |
| Modification (Engine): | 4.6 V8 32V (279 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1995 |
| End of production: | 2002 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 279 Hp @ 5750 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 60.6 Hp/l [worst than previous generation] |
| Torque: | 373 Nm @ 4750 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | InTech More details about the engine InTech |
| Engine displacement: | 4601 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.7 l |
| Coolant: | 15 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 90.2 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 90 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.85:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 13.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9.8 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 215 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.3 kg/Hp, 159.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.7 kg/Nm, 213.8 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1745 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 515 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 76 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5260 mm mm [38mm more] |
| Width: | 1870 mm mm [34mm more] |
| Height: | 1420 mm mm [13mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2770 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1600 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1560 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 225/60 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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