1968 Lincoln Continental vs. 2007 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2007 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 39 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, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1968 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1968 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 955 kg more than 2007 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 1968 Lincoln Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lincoln Continental | 2007 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | Continental | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7536 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2800 mm |
