1967 Austin A 60 vs. 2004 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2004 Lincoln LS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln LS (229 HP) has 169 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln LS weights approximately 565 kg more than 1967 Austin A 60. 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, 2004 Lincoln LS (298 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin A 60 | 2004 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Austin | Lincoln |
| Model | A 60 | LS |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 229 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 68 L |
