1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2009 Lincoln MKS is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln MKS (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2009 Lincoln MKS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln MKS 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, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lincoln MKS. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lincoln MKS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Lincoln MKS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Corvette | MKS |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |
