1969 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1996 Lincoln Sentinel
To start off, 1996 Lincoln Sentinel is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 6,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 266 kg more than 1996 Lincoln Sentinel.
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. 1996 Lincoln Sentinel has automatic transmission and 1969 Chevrolet Impala has manual transmission. 1969 Chevrolet Impala will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Lincoln Sentinel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Chevrolet Impala | 1996 Lincoln Sentinel | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
Model | Impala | Sentinel |
Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6554 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1709 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2780 mm |