1967 Austin 1300 vs. 2009 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1014 kg more than 1967 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Austin 1300, 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, 2009 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300. 2009 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1967 Austin 1300 has manual transmission. 1967 Austin 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin 1300 | 2009 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Austin | Lincoln |
| Model | 1300 | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 72 L |
