2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1968 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 41 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1968 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1968 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 575 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (566 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lincoln Continental. (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1968 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
Model | Escalade | Continental |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 7536 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 566 Nm | 464 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2980 mm |