1999 Lincoln LS vs. 1959 MG MGA
To start off, 1999 Lincoln LS is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG MGA would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln LS (211 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 752 kg more than 1959 MG MGA. 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, 1999 Lincoln LS (278 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln LS | 1959 MG MGA | |
| Make | Lincoln | MG |
| Model | LS | MGA |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2390 mm |
