2005 Jaguar XKR vs. 1968 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XKR 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 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1968 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1968 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 470 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XKR.
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, 2005 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lincoln Continental. (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar XKR | 1968 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Jaguar | Lincoln |
Model | XKR | Continental |
Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 7536 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 464 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2980 mm |