1962 Jaguar MK II vs. 2003 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2003 Lincoln LS is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lincoln LS (229 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1962 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1962 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lincoln LS weights approximately 233 kg more than 1962 Jaguar MK II. 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 (298 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Jaguar MK II | 2003 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lincoln |
| Model | MK II | LS |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
