1996 Lincoln Continental Base 0-60 Times, Top Speed, Specs, Quarter Mile, and Wallpapers
The 1996 Lincoln Continental Base is a Front-wheel drive Sedan. It can accommodate up to 5 passengers. It has 4 Doors and is powered by a 4.6L V8 DOHC 32 valves engine which outputs 260 hp @ 5750 rpm and is paired with 4 speed automatic gearbox. The 1996 Lincoln Continental Base has cargo capacity of 513 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1801 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 1996 Lincoln Continental Base has stability control and traction control in addition to anti-lock brake system (ABS). The vehicle has an optional engine as well It offers and. Safety features also include None and None. The front suspension is while the rear suspension is. The car also features a It has as standard. Electronic features include Cruise Control. For convenience, the car has Power windows and Power door locks. There is also a remote keyless entry feature. Moreover, the car has. The steering wheel has audio control buttons. In terms of performance, the car has 284 N.m of torque and a top speed of 234 km/h. The 1996 Lincoln Continental Base accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 7.5 seconds and hits quarter mile at 15.3 seconds. Fuel consumption is 14.1 L/100km in the city and 8.6 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 52,395
| Name | Base | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $ 52,395 | |
| Body | Sedan | |
| Doors | 4 Doors | |
| Engine | 4.6L V8 DOHC 32 valves | |
| Power | 260 hp @ 5750 rpm | |
| Number of Seats | 5 Seats | |
| Transmission | 4 speed automatic | |
| Cargo Space | 513.0 L | |
| Maximum Cargo Space | 513.0 L | |
| Wheel Type | ||
| Series | Continental IX | |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive | |
| Horsepower | 260 HP | |
| Torque | 284 N.m | |
| Top Speed | 234 km/h | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-60 mph) | 7.5 s | |
| Fuel Type | Petrol (Gasoline) | |
| Fuel Consumption (City) | 14.1 L/100km | |
| Fuel Consumption (Highway) | 8.6 L/100km | |
| Gear Type | auto | |
| Weight | 1,745 KG | |
| Brand | Lincoln | |
| Model | Continental | |
| 0-400m (Quarter Mile) | 15.3 s | |
| 0-400m (Quarter Mile) - Speed | 150.7 km/h | |
| 0-800m (Half Mile) | 25.3 s | |
| 0-800m (Half Mile) - Speed | 169.6 km/h | |
| Modifications (MODS) | ||
| Modifications Cost | $ 0 |
1996 Lincoln Continental Used Price Estimates
Estimates based on a driving average of 12,000 miles per year| Used Condition | Trade In Price | Private Party Price | Dealer Retail Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outstanding | $ 836 | $ 1,293 | $ 1,545 |
| Clean | $ 744 | $ 1,155 | $ 1,380 |
| Average | $ 561 | $ 878 | $ 1,050 |
| Rough | $ 378 | $ 602 | $ 719 |
Luxury means different things to different people. For some, unparalleled comfort is the definition of the term. Others look for excellence in engineering. Some prefer distinct styling or confident performance. The new Continental blends certain of these elements into one convincing package, but the result is a rather bland sedan that doesn't stand out from the crowd the way a BMW 530i or Cadillac Seville does. In our opinion, even the $ 30,000 Chrysler LHS is a more visually enticing vehicle.
A V8 engine and multi-adjustable suspension are two of the highlights of the Continental. The engine is the familiar 4.6-liter "In-Tech" motor from the Town Car and Mark VIII, producing 260 horsepower in this application. The suspension setup offers three settings; firm, normal and soft. Soft gives passengers a floaty, well-isolated ride while firm stiffens the suspension for spirited driving.
Electroluminescent gauges, just like those on a Lexus, keep the driver informed, and the quality of the interior materials and textures is first rate, though we noticed that the power window and lock switchgear is identical to that offered on the 1995 Ford Taurus. The cabin seems somewhat small, but the rear seat still offers limo-like room, just like the previous Continental boasted. Outside, the influence of the Mark VIII is quite evident in the sloping hood, front styling and bulging side sheetmetal. We find the new shape to be somewhat homely, though from the rear quarter view the car is stunning.
Lincoln concentrated on safety for the 1996 Continental. An optional Personal Security Package includes run-flat Michelin tires mounted on special chrome alloy wheels, a garage door opener and a sophisticated global satellite rescue system. The tires are designed to travel up to 20 miles at 50 mph with no loss of steering or control if they go flat. Slowing down will increase the distance you can travel. A new transmitter system can learn up to three garage and security system codes. But the big news is the Remote Emergency Satellite Cellular Unit (RESCU). Mounted in the overhead console are two buttons. One of them links the driver to roadside assistance. The other links the driver to medical or law enforcement personnel. The system transmits the Vehicle Identification Number of the car, as well as its location to within 100 feet via a Global Positioning Satellite (GPS). The driver, or passengers, can use the telephone in the console to talk with operators who respondto the signal put out by the RESCU system. This is probably the most important safety innovation since airbags and antilock brakes.
Also new this year is a Touring Package and a midyear 75th Diamond Anniversary Edition. Lincoln's Total Anti-theft System is moved from the options list to the standard equipment roster.
Is the Continental worthy of inclusion in the over $ 40,000 luxury-car class? Yes, particularly when equipped with the RESCU system. However, more distinctive styling would go a long way towards making the Continental more palatable.
1996 Lincoln Continental Base Exterior Colors
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1996 Lincoln Continental Engines
| Engine | Standard in Trim | Power | Torque | Fuel Consumption - City | Fuel Consumption - Highway | 0-100 km/h | Quarter Mile | Half Mile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.6L V8 DOHC 32 valves | Base | 275 hp @ 5750 rpm | 284 N.m | 13.6 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km | 7.2 s | 15.0 s | 24.9 s |
| 4.6 L V8 DOHC 32 Valves | base | 275 hp @ 5750 rpm | 284 N.m | 13.6 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km | 7.2 s | 15.0 s | 24.9 s |
| 4.6L V8 DOHC 32 valves | Base | 275 hp @ 5750 rpm | 284 N.m | 13.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km | 6.9 s | 15.0 s | 24.9 s |
| 4.6L V8 DOHC 32 valves | Base | 260 hp @ 5500 rpm | 284 N.m | 13.9 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km | 7.5 s | 15.3 s | 25.3 s |
| 4.6L V8 DOHC 32 valves | Base | 260 hp @ 5750 rpm | 284 N.m | 13.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km | 7.5 s | 15.3 s | 25.3 s |
| 4.6L V8 DOHC 32 valves | Base | 260 hp @ 5750 rpm | 284 N.m | 14.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km | 7.5 s | 15.3 s | 25.3 s |
| Base | 279 hp | 284 N.m | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km | 7.1 s | 14.9 s | 24.7 s |
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Lincoln Continental Overview and History
However, before such drama occurred, Lincoln was a fairly small company that supplied Liberty aircraft engines for the Army during WWI. Having teamed up with son Wilfred, Leland converted his factory to manufacturing luxury automobiles right after the war. Despite Leland's skill and potential of his vehicles, the factory encountered several design-related obstacles and financial trouble that could not be overcome. Forced into bankruptcy, Leland sold his company to Ford in 1922 for $ 8 million.
Soon after the Ford takeover, Lincoln's first series of automobiles would enter mass production. Under Ford, Lincoln's styling problems were solved as were the financial issues experimented before. Little changes or none were made to Leland's original engines. Coupled with production cost cuts, this would allow the company to toll out some 5,500 vehicles in December, 1922.
As of 1923, newer body styles appeared, many of them having been the result of partnerships with coachbuilders such as Fleetwood and Brunn. This lead to the appearance of a diversified range of vehicles comprised of large sedans and limousines that could accommodate as many as 7 passengers. Despite the fairly big price tags these special coach-built vehicles came with, Lincoln sales did not plummet. They did just the contrary, registering a spectacular 45% increase over the previous years with 7,875 vehicles sold.
The 1924's brought forth the release of the famous Flyers that were extensively used by US Police Departments. The cars premiered some features that weren't introduced on private models until 2 years after. Two wheel disc breaks, weapon racks, armored windows and Police whistles were among the many 'accessories' Flyers came equipped with.
Probably the most famous car ever made by Lincoln sprouted in 1932 Eugene T. “Bob” Gregorie's drawing board. The later release of the Zephyr in 1936 smashed open the gates for the release of the Continental. The latter was actually a modified 1938 Zephyr Coupe whom Gregorie had sectioned and added a vertical tire mount to. The car became so successful that it sold in over 5000 units until production halted in 1948.
However, the Continental would not go down for good. It was later resuscitated through the Mark II model. By 1955, the Mark II could be purchased for a stunning $ 10,000, as much as a Rolls Royce cost those days.
Later designs, such as the Town Car and the bulky Navigator, aided Lincoln in becoming the best sold luxury car brand in the US by 1998. After a brief change of ownership between 1998 and 2002 when Lincoln belonged to the Premier Automotive Group, the company returned on Ford premises where it can still be found today.
Despite its tradition as a luxury car manufacturer and presidential limousine supplier, the company has experienced a severe setback in the last few years, having lost against Asian and European imports. This is mostly due to the lack of new models, issue that Ford hopes to solve by reinventing the brand. Lincoln's ascension is still unspooling through the release of models such the MKZ and MKX.
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1996 Lincoln Continental Base Specifications
Base Dimensions
| Cargo Capacity | 513 L |
|---|---|
| Curb Weight | 1801 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L |
| Height | 1422 mm |
| Length | 5240 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2769 mm |
| Width | 1869 mm |
Base Mechanical
| Drive Train | Front-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Engine Name | 4.6L V8 DOHC 32 valves |
| Traction Control (Option) | Yes |
| Transmission | 4 speed automatic |
Base Overview
| Body | Sedan |
|---|---|
| Doors | 4 |
| Engine | 4.6L V8 DOHC 32 valves |
| Fuel Consumption | 14.1 (Automatic City)8.6 (Automatic Highway) |
| Power | 260 hp @ 5750 rpm |
| Seats | 5 |
| Transmission | 4 speed automatic |
| Warranties | Bumper-to-Bumper80000/km, 48/Months Powertrain80000/km, 48/Months Roadside Assistance80000/km, 48/Months Rust-throughUnlimited/km, 60/Months |
Base Safety
| Anti-Lock Brakes | Std |
|---|---|
| Anti-Theft Alarm | None |
| Brake Type | 4 wheel disc |
| Child-proof Locks | None |
| Driver Airbag | None |
| Passenger Airbag | None |
Base Suspension and Steering
| Front Tires | P225/60R16 |
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