1981 Lincoln Town Car vs. 1941 Tatra T87
To start off, 1981 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Tatra T87. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Tatra T87 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lincoln Town Car (129 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1941 Tatra T87. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1941 Tatra T87. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 450 kg more than 1941 Tatra T87. 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. 1981 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1941 Tatra T87 has manual transmission. 1941 Tatra T87 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lincoln Town Car | 1941 Tatra T87 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Tatra |
| Model | Town Car | T87 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1941 |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2860 mm |
