2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1968 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred 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, 1968 Lincoln Continental (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 476 kg more than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Five Hundred | 1968 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Ford | Lincoln |
Model | Five Hundred | Continental |
Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 7536 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 464 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2980 mm |