2003 Lincoln LS vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2003 Lincoln LS is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lincoln LS (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lincoln LS weights approximately 750 kg more than 1960 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lincoln LS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Lincoln LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Wartburg 311, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Lincoln LS (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lincoln LS | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Wartburg |
| Model | LS | 311 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
