1983 Lincoln Town Car vs. 2000 Saleen S7
To start off, 2000 Saleen S7 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saleen S7 (550 HP) has 421 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Town Car. (129 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 573 kg more than 2000 Saleen S7.
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. 1983 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 2000 Saleen S7 has manual transmission. 2000 Saleen S7 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:
| 1983 Lincoln Town Car | 2000 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Saleen |
| Model | Town Car | S7 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 550 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 322 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2692 mm |
