2008 Lincoln Town Car vs. 1958 Porsche 550 A
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 550 A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 550 A would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln Town Car (240 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1958 Porsche 550 A. (108 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1958 Porsche 550 A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1750 kg more than 1958 Porsche 550 A. 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. 2008 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1958 Porsche 550 A has manual transmission. 1958 Porsche 550 A will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lincoln Town Car | 1958 Porsche 550 A | |
Make | Lincoln | Porsche |
Model | Town Car | 550 A |
Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2110 mm |