1969 Lincoln Continental vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,544 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lincoln Continental (365 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2011 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 24 kg more than 1969 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. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Lincoln Continental (678 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Savana. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Lincoln Continental | 2011 GMC Savana | |
Make | Lincoln | GMC |
Model | Continental | Savana |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7544 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2207 kg | 2231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3429 mm |