1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 2010 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2010 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 597 kg more than 1949 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. 2010 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C has manual transmission. 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Alfa Romeo 6C | 2010 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lincoln |
Model | 6C | Town Car |
Year Released | 1949 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 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 | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1971 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5471 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1499 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2990 mm |