2009 Hummer H2 vs. 1968 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2009 Hummer H2 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 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1968 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1968 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 693 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 Hummer H2 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 Hummer H2 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, 2009 Hummer H2 (564 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lincoln Continental. (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H2 | 1968 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Hummer | Lincoln |
| Model | H2 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 7536 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 393 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 564 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2980 mm |
