1957 Ferrari 246 vs. 2007 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2007 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 246. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 246 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 246 (277 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Lincoln Town Car. (240 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 246 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1417 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 246.
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. 2007 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1957 Ferrari 246 has manual transmission. 1957 Ferrari 246 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:
| 1957 Ferrari 246 | 2007 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lincoln |
| Model | 246 | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2417 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1977 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3150 mm |
