2004 Lincoln LS vs. 1976 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2004 Lincoln LS is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (256 HP) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Lincoln LS. (232 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2004 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln LS weights approximately 102 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon.
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, 1976 Ford Falcon (491 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lincoln LS. (298 Nm). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lincoln LS | 1976 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Lincoln | Ford |
| Model | LS | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |
