1967 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKZ is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2013 Lincoln MKZ. (296 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Lincoln MKZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKZ weights approximately 365 kg more than 1967 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2013 Lincoln MKZ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKZ 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, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lincoln MKZ. (366 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lincoln MKZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Lincoln MKZ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Corvette | MKZ |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2116 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 66 L |
