1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 2011 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2011 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 405 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger. 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (422 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lincoln Town Car. (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lincoln Town Car.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Challenger | 2011 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
Model | Challenger | Town Car |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6286 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1971 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5471 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1499 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |