1962 Austin A 60 vs. 2006 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP) has 200 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 859 kg more than 1962 Austin A 60. 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, 2006 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 2006 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 60. 2006 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1962 Austin A 60 has manual transmission. 1962 Austin A 60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 60 | 2006 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Austin | Lincoln |
Model | A 60 | Town Car |
Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 239 HP |
Torque | 87 Nm | 389 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1977 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 114 L |