1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2005 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2005 Lincoln LS is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln LS. (232 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 127 kg more than 2005 Lincoln LS. 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, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln LS. (298 Nm). This means 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2005 Lincoln LS | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lincoln |
Model | V8 Volante | LS |
Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 232 HP |
Torque | 434 Nm | 298 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3020 mm |