1969 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2005 Lincoln LS is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln LS. (280 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln LS weights approximately 309 kg more than 1969 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 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln LS. (388 Nm). This means 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Lincoln LS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
Model | Corvette | LS |
Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3931 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 280 HP |
Torque | 515 Nm | 388 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1711 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |