1968 Lincoln Continental vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 42 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, 2010 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1968 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1968 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 192 kg more than 1968 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Savana. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lincoln Continental | 2010 GMC Savana | |
Make | Lincoln | GMC |
Model | Continental | Savana |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7536 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 2402 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3429 mm |