1968 TVR Tuscan vs. 2011 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2011 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1968 TVR Tuscan. (229 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1968 TVR Tuscan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1106 kg more than 1968 TVR Tuscan. 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. 2011 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1968 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 1968 TVR Tuscan 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:
| 1968 TVR Tuscan | 2011 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | TVR | Lincoln |
| Model | Tuscan | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1971 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5471 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1499 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |
