1947 Austin 16 vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 1999 Lincoln LS is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln LS (211 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 372 kg more than 1947 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Lincoln LS (278 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Austin | Lincoln |
| Model | 16 | LS |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
