1996 Infiniti J30 vs. 2013 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Infiniti J30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Infiniti J30 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln MKS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKS (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1996 Infiniti J30. (211 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 1996 Infiniti J30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKS weights approximately 436 kg more than 1996 Infiniti J30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Lincoln MKS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Infiniti J30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKS will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Lincoln MKS (475 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Infiniti J30. (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Infiniti J30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Infiniti J30 | 2013 Lincoln MKS | |
| Make | Infiniti | Lincoln |
| Model | J30 | MKS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1565 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
