2007 Lincoln Town Car vs. 1969 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2007 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac Firebird (330 HP) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Lincoln Town Car. (240 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2007 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 377 kg more than 1969 Pontiac Firebird.
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:
| 2007 Lincoln Town Car | 1969 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Lincoln | Pontiac |
| Model | Town Car | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 330 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1977 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
