1961 Ford Taunus vs. 2001 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2001 Lincoln LS is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lincoln LS (252 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1961 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lincoln LS weights approximately 715 kg more than 1961 Ford Taunus. 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, 2001 Lincoln LS (362 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Taunus | 2001 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Taunus | LS |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
