1994 Holden Statesman vs. 1968 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1994 Holden Statesman is newer by 26 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, 1994 Holden Statesman (242 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1968 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1968 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 595 kg more than 1994 Holden Statesman.
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, 1968 Lincoln Continental (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Statesman. (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Holden Statesman | 1968 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Holden | Lincoln |
Model | Statesman | Continental |
Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4987 cc | 7536 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 464 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2980 mm |