1968 Lincoln Continental vs. 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 35 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, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 446 more horse power than 1968 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1968 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1035 kg more than 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S.
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, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lincoln Continental. (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lincoln Continental | 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Lincoln | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Continental | CC8S |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7536 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2659 mm |
