1968 Ford 17 vs. 1981 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1981 Lincoln Continental is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lincoln Continental (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 735 kg more than 1968 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1981 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford 17 | 1981 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Ford | Lincoln |
Model | 17 | Continental |
Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2293 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2990 mm |