2004 Lincoln Town Car vs. 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 81 more horse power than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. (158 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 72 kg more than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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:
| 2004 Lincoln Town Car | 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Town Car | 300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4603 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 158 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2002 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 71 L |
