2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1973 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1973 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1973 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 240 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm). This means 1973 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1973 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Silverado | Continental |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 7542 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 2334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3230 mm |
