1972 Austin Maxi vs. 1983 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 1983 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lincoln Town Car (129 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1972 Austin Maxi. (95 HP @ 5350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 820 kg more than 1972 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lincoln Town Car is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Austin Maxi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Lincoln Town Car (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Maxi. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Maxi. 1983 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1972 Austin Maxi has manual transmission. 1972 Austin Maxi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Maxi | 1983 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Austin | Lincoln |
| Model | Maxi | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 68 L |
