1997 Lincoln Continental vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1997 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1997 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 757 kg more than 1997 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Express 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 2011 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Lincoln Continental, 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lincoln Continental | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Lincoln | Chevrolet |
| Model | Continental | Express |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 117 L |
