1968 Lincoln Continental vs. 2008 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2008 Suzuki SX4 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, 1968 Lincoln Continental (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1335 kg more than 2008 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki SX4 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 Suzuki SX4 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lincoln Continental | 2008 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Lincoln | Suzuki |
Model | Continental | SX4 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7536 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2510 mm |