1968 Lincoln Continental vs. 2011 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2011 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1968 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1968 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 98 kg more than 2011 GMC Acadia.
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, 2011 GMC Acadia, 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lincoln Continental | 2011 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Lincoln | GMC |
Model | Continental | Acadia |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7536 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 2112 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1986 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3020 mm |