Where the LS was rear-drive, the Zephyr came with all the working bits up front, and utilized a 3.0-litre V-6 engine that developed 221 horsepower at 6,250 rpm.

Lincoln wants us to change the way we think of American luxury. (Photo: Rob Rothwell, Canadian Auto Press) mid-size, front-wheel drive, V6-powered sedan.

Lincoln introduced the Zephyr in 1936, and it was designed by Eugen Turenne Gregoire, who was a close friend of Edsel Ford. The luxurious vehicle stood on the assembly lines until 1942, when it ...

However, the Zephyr proves itself pretty quick, and passing power is readily available. Just for good measure, Ford will drop a 250-hp, 3.5L V6 in the engine bay along with the name change for 2007.