1989 Jaguar F-Type vs. 2009 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar F-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar F-Type would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (350 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2009 Lincoln Town Car. (239 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type should accelerate faster than 2009 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 372 kg more than 1989 Jaguar F-Type.
Because 1989 Jaguar F-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (543 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lincoln Town Car. (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar F-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lincoln Town Car.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar F-Type | 2009 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lincoln |
| Model | F-Type | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3000 mm |
