2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1969 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,544 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lincoln Continental (365 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Charger. (189 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Charger.
Because 2007 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger 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, 1969 Lincoln Continental (678 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Charger. (259 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger | 1969 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
| Model | Charger | Continental |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 7544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 110.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2980 mm |
