1988 Lincoln Town Car vs. 1964 Singer Vogue III

To start off, 1988 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Singer Vogue III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Singer Vogue III would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lincoln Town Car (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1964 Singer Vogue III. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1964 Singer Vogue III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 738 kg more than 1964 Singer Vogue III. 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.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Lincoln Town Car 1964 Singer Vogue III
Make Lincoln Singer
Model Town Car Vogue III
Year Released 1988 1964
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4940 cc 1592 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 148 HP 79 HP
Engine RPM 3200 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 81.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.2 mm 76.2 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1830 kg 1092 kg
Vehicle Length 5570 mm 4250 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2990 mm 2570 mm


 

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