1960 Austin A 99 vs. 2003 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2003 Lincoln LS is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lincoln LS (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lincoln LS weights approximately 180 kg more than 1960 Austin A 99. 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, 2003 Lincoln LS (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 99 | 2003 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Austin | Lincoln |
| Model | A 99 | LS |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 3934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 68 L |
