2005 Lincoln Town Car vs. 1946 Volkswagen Beetle

To start off, 2005 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Town Car (240 HP) has 216 more horse power than 1946 Volkswagen Beetle. (24 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1946 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1946 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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2005 Lincoln Town Car 1946 Volkswagen Beetle
Make Lincoln Volkswagen
Model Town Car Beetle
Year Released 2005 1946
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Size 4605 cc 1131 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 240 HP 24 HP
Vehicle Weight 2002 kg 702 kg
Vehicle Length 5480 mm 4070 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1560 mm


 

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