2007 Ford F-250 vs. 1968 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 39 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1968 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1968 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1968 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Ford F-250 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lincoln Continental. (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford F-250 | 1968 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Ford | Lincoln |
Model | F-250 | Continental |
Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 7536 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 464 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 3075 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 5500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2980 mm |