2005 Lincoln LS vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Lincoln LS is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 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 53 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 911. (227 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln LS weights approximately 811 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 911. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln LS | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Porsche |
| Model | LS | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3931 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1711 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2270 mm |
