1950 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 2009 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 6C 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 134 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 6C. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 472 kg more than 1950 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. 2009 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1950 Alfa Romeo 6C has manual transmission. 1950 Alfa Romeo 6C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Alfa Romeo 6C | 2009 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lincoln |
Model | 6C | Town Car |
Year Released | 1950 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1872 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 72 L |