2005 Lincoln LS vs. 1956 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Lincoln LS is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,931 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln LS (280 HP) has 172 more horse power than 1956 Riley Pathfinder. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1956 Riley Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln LS weights approximately 175 kg more than 1956 Riley Pathfinder. 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, 2005 Lincoln LS (388 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Riley Pathfinder. (183 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Riley Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln LS | 1956 Riley Pathfinder | |
| Make | Lincoln | Riley |
| Model | LS | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3931 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 120 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1711 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |
