1953 Jaguar C-Type vs. 2006 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1953 Jaguar C-Type. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1953 Jaguar C-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 962 kg more than 1953 Jaguar C-Type. 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, 2006 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jaguar C-Type. (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jaguar C-Type. 2006 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1953 Jaguar C-Type has manual transmission. 1953 Jaguar C-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Jaguar C-Type | 2006 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Jaguar | Lincoln |
Model | C-Type | Town Car |
Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3440 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1977 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3000 mm |