1959 Lincoln Continental vs. 2009 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,043 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Lincoln Continental (349 HP) has 110 more horse power than 2009 Lincoln Town Car. (239 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 351 kg more than 2009 Lincoln Town Car. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lincoln Continental | 2009 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Lincoln | Lincoln |
| Model | Continental | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7043 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 239 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2223 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 3000 mm |
