2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 1968 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2005 Cadillac SRX is newer by 37 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, 2005 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1968 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1968 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 321 kg more than 2005 Cadillac SRX.
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) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm). This means 1968 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac SRX | 1968 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
Model | SRX | Continental |
Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 7536 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 464 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2980 mm |