1968 Lincoln Continental vs. 2010 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen GTI 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, 1968 Lincoln Continental (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen GTI. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 834 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen GTI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Lincoln Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen GTI, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen GTI. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lincoln Continental | 2010 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Lincoln | Volkswagen |
| Model | Continental | GTI |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7536 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4211 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2578 mm |
