2004 Lincoln Town Car vs. 1959 Saab 95
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Saab 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Saab 95 would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP) has 202 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (37 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1092 kg more than 1959 Saab 95. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Saab 95, 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, 2004 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (82 Nm). This means 2004 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95. 2004 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1959 Saab 95 has manual transmission. 1959 Saab 95 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lincoln Town Car | 1959 Saab 95 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Saab |
| Model | Town Car | 95 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4603 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 37 HP |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2002 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
