1968 Lincoln Continental vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 40 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (318 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1968 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1968 Lincoln Continental.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lincoln Continental. (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lincoln Continental | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | Continental | Titan |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7536 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3560 mm |
