1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 2003 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2003 Lincoln LS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Zephyr 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 163 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (113 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lincoln LS weights approximately 410 kg more than 1966 Ford Zephyr. 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 (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Zephyr | 2003 Lincoln LS | |
Make | Ford | Lincoln |
Model | Zephyr | LS |
Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 3934 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |