2004 Lincoln LS vs. 1961 Seat 600
To start off, 2004 Lincoln LS is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Seat 600 would be higher. At 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln LS (280 HP) has 261 more horse power than 1961 Seat 600. (19 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln LS weights approximately 1153 kg more than 1961 Seat 600. 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, 2004 Lincoln LS (388 Nm) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 600. (40 Nm). This means 2004 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lincoln LS | 1961 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Seat |
| Model | LS | 600 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 19 HP |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1729 kg | 576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2010 mm |
