1999 Lincoln LS vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti EX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln LS. (208 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln LS.
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, 2012 Infiniti EX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln LS. (277 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln LS. 2012 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 1999 Lincoln LS has manual transmission. 1999 Lincoln LS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln LS | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Lincoln | Infiniti |
| Model | LS | EX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
