1959 BMW Isetta vs. 1991 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 1991 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW Isetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW Isetta would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lincoln Town Car (210 HP) has 197 more horse power than 1959 BMW Isetta. (13 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW Isetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1470 kg more than 1959 BMW Isetta. 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. 1991 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1959 BMW Isetta has manual transmission. 1959 BMW Isetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW Isetta | 1991 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | Isetta | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 247 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 1 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | single | V |
| Horse Power | 13 HP | 210 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 1 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 360 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2300 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2990 mm |
