2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1968 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 41 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1968 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1968 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1105 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 Lincoln Continental (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1968 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1968 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
Model | Silverado | Continental |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 7536 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 464 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2980 mm |