1968 Lincoln Continental vs. 1957 Volvo P 1900
To start off, 1968 Lincoln Continental is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Volvo P 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Volvo P 1900 would be higher. At 7,536 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lincoln Continental (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1957 Volvo P 1900. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1957 Volvo P 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1957 Volvo P 1900. 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, 1968 Lincoln Continental (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Volvo P 1900. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Volvo P 1900.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lincoln Continental | 1957 Volvo P 1900 | |
Make | Lincoln | Volvo |
Model | Continental | P 1900 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7536 cc | 1414 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2610 mm |