2003 Lexus LS vs. 1973 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2003 Lexus LS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus LS (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1973 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1973 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 504 kg more than 2003 Lexus 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, 1973 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus LS. (418 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lexus LS | 1973 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Lexus | Lincoln |
Model | LS | Continental |
Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 7542 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 418 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3230 mm |