2003 Lincoln LS vs. 1966 Subaru 360
To start off, 2003 Lincoln LS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Subaru 360 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 256 more horse power than 1966 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1966 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lincoln LS weights approximately 1295 kg more than 1966 Subaru 360. 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, 2003 Lincoln LS (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Subaru 360. (35 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lincoln LS | 1966 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Subaru |
| Model | LS | 360 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
