2005 Lincoln LS vs. 1943 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 2005 Lincoln LS is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 3,902 cc (6 cylinders), 1943 Oldsmobile 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln LS (229 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1943 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1943 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 83 kg more than 2005 Lincoln LS.
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. 2005 Lincoln LS has automatic transmission and 1943 Oldsmobile 66 has manual transmission. 1943 Oldsmobile 66 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln LS | 1943 Oldsmobile 66 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Oldsmobile |
| Model | LS | 66 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1943 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3030 mm |
