1959 Lincoln Continental vs. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,043 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Lincoln Continental (349 HP) has 29 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe. (320 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 333 kg more than 1959 Lincoln Continental.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lincoln Continental | 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Lincoln | Chevrolet |
| Model | Continental | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7043 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 320 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2223 kg | 2556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2946 mm |
