1962 Austin A 90 vs. 2004 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 90 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 119 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 90. (120 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 432 kg more than 1962 Austin A 90. 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 90. (221 Nm). This means 2004 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 90. 2004 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1962 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1962 Austin A 90 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:
| 1962 Austin A 90 | 2004 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Austin | Lincoln |
| Model | A 90 | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 72 L |
