2003 Lincoln LS vs. 1968 Peugeot 504D
To start off, 2003 Lincoln LS is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504D 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 212 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lincoln LS weights approximately 485 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 504D. 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 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 504D.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lincoln LS | 1968 Peugeot 504D | |
| Make | Lincoln | Peugeot |
| Model | LS | 504D |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 56 L |
