1961 Jaguar MK IX vs. 2006 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2006 Lincoln LS is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln LS (239 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 94 kg more than 2006 Lincoln LS.
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, 2006 Lincoln LS (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jaguar MK IX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jaguar MK IX | 2006 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lincoln |
| Model | MK IX | LS |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3779 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1711 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |
