1941 GAZ M1 vs. 1981 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 1981 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 GAZ M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 GAZ M1 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lincoln Town Car (129 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1941 GAZ M1. (49 HP @ 2800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1941 GAZ M1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 450 kg more than 1941 GAZ M1. 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. 1981 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1941 GAZ M1 has manual transmission. 1941 GAZ M1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 GAZ M1 | 1981 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | GAZ | Lincoln |
| Model | M1 | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 3285 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2990 mm |
