1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix vs. 2011 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2011 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 301 kg more than 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. 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, 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix (462 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lincoln Town Car. (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lincoln Town Car.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix | 2011 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Chrysler | Lincoln |
Model | Dodge Phoenix | Town Car |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5211 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1971 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 5471 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1499 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2990 mm |