1951 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2005 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 5,421 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. (180 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 72 kg more than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker (423 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln Town Car. (389 Nm). This means 1951 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln Town Car.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Chrysler New Yorker | 2005 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Chrysler | Lincoln |
Model | New Yorker | Town Car |
Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5421 cc | 4603 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 239 HP |
Torque | 423 Nm | 389 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1977 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |