1968 Lincoln Continental vs. 1974 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1974 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,536 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1968 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1968 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 614 kg more than 1974 Pontiac Firebird.
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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lincoln Continental | 1974 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Lincoln | Pontiac |
Model | Continental | Firebird |
Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7536 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2750 mm |