1963 Jaguar MK X 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 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar MK X 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 24 more horse power than 1963 Jaguar MK X. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1963 Jaguar MK X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 180 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Lincoln LS (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jaguar MK X. (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jaguar MK X.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Jaguar MK X | 2003 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lincoln |
| Model | MK X | LS |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3780 cc | 3934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
