1968 Lincoln Continental vs. 2008 TVR T 350
To start off, 2008 TVR T 350 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 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1968 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1968 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 980 kg more than 2008 TVR T 350.
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, 1968 Lincoln Continental (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 TVR T 350. (392 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 TVR T 350.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lincoln Continental | 2008 TVR T 350 | |
Make | Lincoln | TVR |
Model | Continental | T 350 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7536 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2370 mm |