1968 Lincoln Continental vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 43 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1968 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1968 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 279 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lincoln Continental. (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lincoln Continental | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Lincoln | Cadillac |
| Model | Continental | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7536 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 2489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2946 mm |
