1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 2005 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2005 Lincoln LS is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (247 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln LS. (232 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln LS weights approximately 407 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
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 Holden Sunbird (436 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln LS. (298 Nm). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 2005 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Holden | Lincoln |
| Model | Sunbird | LS |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5044 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 232 HP |
| Torque | 436 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2880 mm |
