1997 AC Cobra vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 1999 Lincoln LS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln LS. (208 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 661 kg more than 1997 AC Cobra.
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, 1997 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln LS. (277 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln LS. 1999 Lincoln LS has automatic transmission and 1997 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1997 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 AC Cobra | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | AC | Lincoln |
| Model | Cobra | LS |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
