2006 Lincoln LS vs. 1974 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2006 Lincoln LS is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph Spitfire 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 177 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln LS weights approximately 931 kg more than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Lincoln LS (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lincoln LS | 1974 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Lincoln | Triumph |
| Model | LS | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1711 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2110 mm |
