2003 Lincoln LS vs. 1973 Rover P5B
To start off, 2003 Lincoln LS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover P5B 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 118 more horse power than 1973 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lincoln LS weights approximately 130 kg more than 1973 Rover P5B. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Rover P5B. 1973 Rover P5B has automatic transmission and 2003 Lincoln LS has manual transmission. 2003 Lincoln LS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Rover P5B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lincoln LS | 1973 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Lincoln | Rover |
| Model | LS | P5B |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2820 mm |
