1986 Italdesign Machimoto vs. 2009 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Italdesign Machimoto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Italdesign Machimoto 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 102 more horse power than 1986 Italdesign Machimoto. (137 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1986 Italdesign Machimoto.
Because 2009 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 2009 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Italdesign Machimoto, 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, 2009 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Italdesign Machimoto. (171 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Italdesign Machimoto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Italdesign Machimoto | 2009 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Italdesign | Lincoln |
| Model | Machimoto | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
