1966 Steyr 700C vs. 2011 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2011 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1966 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1966 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1431 kg more than 1966 Steyr 700C. 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, 2011 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Steyr 700C. 2011 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1966 Steyr 700C has manual transmission. 1966 Steyr 700C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Steyr 700C | 2011 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Steyr | Lincoln |
Model | 700C | Town Car |
Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 643 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1971 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 5471 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1499 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2990 mm |