1976 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2007 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lincoln Town Car (240 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 602 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX, 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, 2007 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Citroen CX | 2007 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Citroen | Lincoln |
Model | CX | Town Car |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2346 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1977 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3150 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 106 L |