2008 Ford Explorer vs. 1968 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer 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 Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1968 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1968 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 133 kg more than 2008 Ford Explorer.
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, 1968 Lincoln Continental (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1968 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Explorer | 1968 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Explorer | Continental |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 7536 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2077 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2980 mm |
