2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1969 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,544 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1969 Lincoln Continental. (365 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1969 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 756 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1969 Lincoln Continental (678 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1969 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
Model | Corvette | Continental |
Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6998 cc | 7544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 506 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 110.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 97.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 2207 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2980 mm |