2011 Lexus IS vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln LS (208 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2011 Lexus IS. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 142 kg more than 2011 Lexus IS. 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, 2011 Lexus IS (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln LS. (277 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lexus IS | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Lexus | Lincoln |
| Model | IS | LS |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2231 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4585 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2731 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
