1999 Lincoln LS vs. 1968 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Lincoln LS is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 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 101 more horse power than 1968 Porsche 911. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1968 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 632 kg more than 1968 Porsche 911. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln LS | 1968 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Porsche |
| Model | LS | 911 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
