2008 Lincoln Town Car vs. 1977 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volkswagen Beetle 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 197 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen Beetle. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1535 kg more than 1977 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Volkswagen Beetle, 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, 2008 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen Beetle. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lincoln Town Car | 1977 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Lincoln | Volkswagen |
Model | Town Car | Beetle |
Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 389 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2410 mm |