2008 Ford Expedition vs. 1968 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 40 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1968 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1968 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1103 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lincoln Continental. (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 1968 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Expedition | Continental |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 7536 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2980 mm |
