2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1995 Lincoln Continental

To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 695 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Corvette.

Because 2007 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lincoln Continental.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Chevrolet Corvette 1995 Lincoln Continental
Make Chevrolet Lincoln
Model Corvette Continental
Year Released 2007 1995
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5968 cc 4599 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 398 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 546 Nm 372 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.1 mm 90.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 300 km/hour 193 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1055 kg 1750 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 5250 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2780 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 75 L


 

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