1948 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 2011 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2011 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 471 kg more than 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C. 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. 2011 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C has manual transmission. 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Alfa Romeo 6C | 2011 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lincoln |
Model | 6C | Town Car |
Year Released | 1948 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2442 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1971 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5471 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1499 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 72 L |