1953 Ford Popular vs. 2005 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2005 Lincoln LS is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Popular would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln LS (232 HP) has 206 more horse power than 1953 Ford Popular. (26 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln LS weights approximately 952 kg more than 1953 Ford Popular. 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, 2005 Lincoln LS (298 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Popular. (63 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Popular | 2005 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Popular | LS |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 232 HP |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2880 mm |
