1968 Lincoln Continental vs. 1963 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1968 Lincoln Continental is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Cedric 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 149 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1963 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Lincoln Continental (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lincoln Continental | 1963 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
Model | Continental | Cedric |
Year Released | 1968 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7536 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2540 mm |