2009 Lincoln Town Car vs. 1966 Sunbeam Tiger
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Sunbeam Tiger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Sunbeam Tiger would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1966 Sunbeam Tiger. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1966 Sunbeam Tiger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 732 kg more than 1966 Sunbeam Tiger. 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:
2009 Lincoln Town Car | 1966 Sunbeam Tiger | |
Make | Lincoln | Sunbeam |
Model | Town Car | Tiger |
Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 4259 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 27 L |