1999 Lincoln LS vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Lincoln LS is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 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 3 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 911. (208 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 702 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Lincoln LS (278 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 911. (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln LS | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Porsche |
| Model | LS | 911 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2280 mm |
