1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2006 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2006 Lincoln LS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (256 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Lincoln LS. (239 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2006 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln LS weights approximately 126 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon.
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 Ford Falcon (491 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lincoln LS. (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lincoln LS. 2006 Lincoln LS has automatic transmission and 1976 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1976 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Falcon | 2006 Lincoln LS | |
Make | Ford | Lincoln |
Model | Falcon | LS |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1711 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2910 mm |