1969 Lincoln Continental vs. 2011 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2011 Kia Carnival 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 223 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carnival weights approximately 13 kg more than 1969 Lincoln Continental.
Because 1969 Lincoln Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Carnival, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lincoln Continental | 2011 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Lincoln | Kia |
| Model | Continental | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7544 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.9 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2207 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2910 mm |
