1956 Citroen 2CV vs. 2007 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2007 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lincoln Town Car (240 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1482 kg more than 1956 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lincoln Town Car is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Citroen 2CV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 2CV. 2007 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1956 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1956 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen 2CV | 2007 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Citroen | Lincoln |
Model | 2CV | Town Car |
Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 374 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 10 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 89.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1977 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3150 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 106 L |