1982 Lincoln Town Car vs. 2010 Citroen C6
To start off, 2010 Citroen C6 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C6 (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1982 Lincoln Town Car. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C6 weights approximately 53 kg more than 1982 Lincoln Town Car. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C6, 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, 2010 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lincoln Town Car. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lincoln Town Car.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Lincoln Town Car | 2010 Citroen C6 | |
Make | Lincoln | Citroen |
Model | Town Car | C6 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1817 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |