2005 Lincoln LS vs. 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 2005 Lincoln LS is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln LS (232 HP) has 128 more horse power than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln LS weights approximately 862 kg more than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 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 (299 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln LS | 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
| Make | Lincoln | Morgan |
| Model | LS | Plus 4 Plus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2450 mm |
