1968 Lincoln Continental vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 1968 Lincoln Continental (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. (192 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 249 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lincoln Continental | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Lincoln | Hyundai |
Model | Continental | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7536 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 436 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1961 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4685 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2700 mm |