2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1968 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2006 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 38 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, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1968 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1968 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 264 kg more than 2006 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 1968 Lincoln Continental 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 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse, 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, 1968 Lincoln Continental (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick LaCrosse | 1968 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Buick | Lincoln |
| Model | LaCrosse | Continental |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 7536 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2980 mm |
