1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2005 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible 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 135 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 550 kg more than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2005 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Lincoln |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2910 mm |
