1989 Citroen BX vs. 1968 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1989 Citroen BX is newer by 21 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 138 more horse power than 1989 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1989 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Citroen BX, 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 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen BX | 1968 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Citroen | Lincoln |
| Model | BX | Continental |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 7536 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2980 mm |
