1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola vs. 2005 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (300 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln Town Car. (240 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln Town Car.
Because 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola 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, 2005 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola. (386 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola. 2005 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola has manual transmission. 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola | 2005 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lincoln |
| Model | Nuvola | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2910 mm |
