1955 Isuzu Minx vs. 2009 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Isuzu Minx 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 202 more horse power than 1955 Isuzu Minx. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1955 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1017 kg more than 1955 Isuzu Minx. 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 1955 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1955 Isuzu Minx 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:
| 1955 Isuzu Minx | 2009 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lincoln |
| Model | Minx | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1265 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1977 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3150 mm |
