1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey vs. 2009 Lincoln Town Car

To start off, 2009 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey 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 119 more horse power than 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey. (120 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 817 kg more than 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey. 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. 2009 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey has manual transmission. 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey 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:

1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey 2009 Lincoln Town Car
Make Jensen Lincoln
Model Jensen-Healey Town Car
Year Released 1975 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1973 cc 4606 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 120 HP 239 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1160 kg 1977 kg
Vehicle Length 4120 mm 5630 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2340 mm 3150 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 72 L