2003 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1968 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 35 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1968 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1968 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 305 kg more than 1968 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Land Rover Range Rover. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Land Rover Range Rover | 1968 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lincoln |
| Model | Range Rover | Continental |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 7536 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2515 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2980 mm |
