1966 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKX is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 6,385 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Mustang (320 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2013 Lincoln MKX. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2013 Lincoln MKX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKX weights approximately 830 kg more than 1966 Ford Mustang.
Because 1966 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 MKX (380 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Mustang. (85 Nm). This means 2013 Lincoln MKX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Mustang.
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1966 Ford Mustang | 2013 Lincoln MKX | |
Make | Ford | Lincoln |
Model | Mustang | MKX |
Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6385 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 380 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.9 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 2009 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4742 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2222 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1709 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |