1963 Citroen 2CV vs. 2008 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln Town Car (240 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1963 Citroen 2CV. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1795 kg more than 1963 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lincoln Town Car is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Citroen 2CV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm). This means 2008 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Citroen 2CV | 2008 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Citroen | Lincoln |
Model | 2CV | Town Car |
Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 423 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 389 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3150 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 72 L |