1949 Jensen 4-Litre 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 Jensen 4-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jensen 4-Litre 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 109 more horse power than 1949 Jensen 4-Litre. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1949 Jensen 4-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 357 kg more than 1949 Jensen 4-Litre. 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. 2009 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1949 Jensen 4-Litre has manual transmission. 1949 Jensen 4-Litre 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jensen 4-Litre | 2009 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Jensen | Lincoln |
| Model | 4-Litre | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1977 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 72 L |
