1970 Ford Falcon vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 1999 Lincoln LS is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln LS (249 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1970 Ford Falcon. (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 275 kg more than 1970 Ford Falcon. 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, 1970 Ford Falcon (408 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln LS. (361 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Falcon | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
Make | Ford | Lincoln |
Model | Falcon | LS |
Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3934 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 249 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2910 mm |