2004 Lincoln LS vs. 1962 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2004 Lincoln LS is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,043 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lincoln Continental (300 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Lincoln LS. (280 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2004 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 599 kg more than 2004 Lincoln LS. 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, 1962 Lincoln Continental (630 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lincoln LS. (388 Nm). This means 1962 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lincoln LS | 1962 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Lincoln | Lincoln |
| Model | LS | Continental |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 7043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1729 kg | 2328 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
