1963 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 2003 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2003 Lincoln LS is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE (235 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Lincoln LS. (229 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 2003 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lincoln LS weights approximately 255 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE.
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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. 2003 Lincoln LS has automatic transmission and 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE has manual transmission. 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE | 2003 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lincoln |
| Model | 250 GTE | LS |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2951 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 68 L |
