1968 Lincoln Continental vs. 2006 Tata Safari
To start off, 2006 Tata Safari is newer by 38 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, 1968 Lincoln Continental (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 290 kg more than 2006 Tata Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lincoln Continental | 2006 Tata Safari | |
Make | Lincoln | Tata |
Model | Continental | Safari |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7536 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2660 mm |