1952 Allard K2 vs. 1999 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 1999 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard K2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard K2 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln Town Car (202 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1952 Allard K2. (85 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard K2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 570 kg more than 1952 Allard K2. 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. 1999 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1952 Allard K2 has manual transmission. 1952 Allard K2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard K2 | 1999 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Allard | Lincoln |
| Model | K2 | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3080 mm |
