1949 Jeep Jeepster vs. 2009 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep Jeepster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep Jeepster would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 707 kg more than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Jeep Jeepster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 Jeep Jeepster 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, 2009 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. 2009 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1949 Jeep Jeepster has manual transmission. 1949 Jeep Jeepster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1949 Jeep Jeepster | 2009 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Jeep | Lincoln |
Model | Jeepster | Town Car |
Year Released | 1949 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1872 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3000 mm |