1966 Ford Corsair vs. 2013 Lincoln MKT
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKT is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln MKT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKT (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1966 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKT should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKT weights approximately 1391 kg more than 1966 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Lincoln MKT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Lincoln MKT (475 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Corsair | 2013 Lincoln MKT | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Corsair | MKT |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 2276 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
