1969 Ford Capri vs. 2003 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2003 Lincoln LS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lincoln LS (229 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lincoln LS weights approximately 580 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. 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 (298 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2003 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Capri | LS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2550 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
