1999 Nissan R 391 vs. 2011 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2011 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan R 391. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan R 391 would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Nissan R 391 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1999 Nissan R 391. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan R 391.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan R 391. (359 Nm). This means 2011 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan R 391.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan R 391 | 2011 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Nissan | Lincoln |
| Model | R 391 | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 4997 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
