1970 Jaguar Type E vs. 1988 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 1988 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Jaguar Type E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Jaguar Type E would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Jaguar Type E (225 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1988 Lincoln Town Car. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jaguar Type E should accelerate faster than 1988 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 430 kg more than 1970 Jaguar Type E.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Jaguar Type E | 1988 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lincoln |
| Model | Type E | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2990 mm |
