2006 Lincoln LS vs. 1962 Subaru 360
To start off, 2006 Lincoln LS is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln LS (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1962 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1962 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln LS weights approximately 1326 kg more than 1962 Subaru 360. 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 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lincoln LS | 1962 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Subaru |
| Model | LS | 360 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1711 kg | 385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
