2006 Lincoln LS vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 2006 Lincoln LS is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P5 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln LS (239 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln LS weights approximately 127 kg more than 1959 Rover P5. 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, 2006 Lincoln LS (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P5. 2006 Lincoln LS has automatic transmission and 1959 Rover P5 has manual transmission. 1959 Rover P5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lincoln LS | 1959 Rover P5 | |
Make | Lincoln | Rover |
Model | LS | P5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1711 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 63 L |