1999 Lincoln Continental vs. 1968 Maserati Indy
To start off, 1999 Lincoln Continental is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Maserati Indy (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 250 kg more than 1968 Maserati Indy.
Because 1968 Maserati Indy 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 Maserati Indy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Continental, 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, 1999 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Maserati Indy. (367 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Maserati Indy. 1999 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1968 Maserati Indy has manual transmission. 1968 Maserati Indy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lincoln Continental | 1968 Maserati Indy | |
Make | Lincoln | Maserati |
Model | Continental | Indy |
Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |