1961 Ford Prefect vs. 2004 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP) has 204 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1224 kg more than 1961 Ford Prefect. 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, 2004 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm). This means 2004 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect. 2004 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1961 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1961 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Prefect | 2004 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Ford | Lincoln |
Model | Prefect | Town Car |
Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 4603 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 239 HP |
Torque | 71 Nm | 389 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 2002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 72 L |