1968 Lincoln Continental vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z is newer by 41 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, 2009 Nissan 350Z (309 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1968 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1968 Lincoln Continental.
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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan 350Z. (358 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lincoln Continental | 2009 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
Model | Continental | 350Z |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7536 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2660 mm |