1968 Ford Corsair vs. 1999 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1999 Lincoln Continental is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1968 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 865 kg more than 1968 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Ford Corsair 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 1968 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Corsair. 1999 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford Corsair has manual transmission. 1968 Ford Corsair will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Corsair | 1999 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Corsair | Continental |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
