2005 Lincoln LS vs. 1968 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Lincoln LS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Crown 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 124 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Crown. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln LS weights approximately 427 kg more than 1968 Toyota Crown. 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 (298 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln LS | 1968 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | LS | Crown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
