1988 Lincoln Town Car vs. 1983 Rolls-Royce Corniche
To start off, 1988 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Rolls-Royce Corniche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Rolls-Royce Corniche would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Rolls-Royce Corniche is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 450 kg more than 1988 Lincoln Town Car.
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:
| 1988 Lincoln Town Car | 1983 Rolls-Royce Corniche | |
| Make | Lincoln | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Town Car | Corniche |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 3030 mm |
