1962 Austin A 99 vs. 2005 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Town Car (240 HP) has 130 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 472 kg more than 1962 Austin A 99. 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, 2005 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 99. 2005 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1962 Austin A 99 has manual transmission. 1962 Austin A 99 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 99 | 2005 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Austin | Lincoln |
Model | A 99 | Town Car |
Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 240 HP |
Torque | 221 Nm | 389 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 72 L |