1968 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2003 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2003 Lincoln LS is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lincoln LS (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar XJ6. (245 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lincoln LS weights approximately 30 kg more than 1968 Jaguar XJ6. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar XJ6. (385 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jaguar XJ6 | 2003 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lincoln |
| Model | XJ6 | LS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 3934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 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 | 1680 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 68 L |
