1968 Lincoln Continental vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 45 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1968 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1968 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 500 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage.
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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lincoln Continental. (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lincoln Continental | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
Make | Lincoln | Aston Martin |
Model | Continental | Vantage |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7536 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2022 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2601 mm |