1968 Lincoln Continental vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 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 Audi A7 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1968 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1968 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 300 kg more than 2013 Audi A7.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 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) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A7. (441 Nm). This means 1968 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lincoln Continental | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Audi |
| Model | Continental | A7 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7536 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4969 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2914 mm |
