1976 Avanti Avanti vs. 2003 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2003 Lincoln LS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lincoln LS (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1976 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1976 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lincoln LS weights approximately 130 kg more than 1976 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1976 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lincoln LS. (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Avanti Avanti | 2003 Lincoln LS | |
Make | Avanti | Lincoln |
Model | Avanti | LS |
Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
Engine Size | 6570 cc | 3934 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2910 mm |