1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2005 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 607 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2005 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lincoln |
Model | 2600 | Town Car |
Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 4603 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 239 HP |
Torque | 220 Nm | 389 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1977 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |