2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1968 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,536 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1968 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1968 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 370 kg more than 1968 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Lincoln Continental (464 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm). This means 1968 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1968 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Express | Continental |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 7536 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2980 mm |
