2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1968 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1968 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1968 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 327 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.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram 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, 2009 Dodge Ram 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, 1968 Lincoln Continental (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1968 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1968 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
| Model | Ram | Continental |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 7536 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 5500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2980 mm |
