2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 1988 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1988 Lincoln Town Car. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 210 kg more than 2007 Chrysler 300.
Because 2007 Chrysler 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 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, 1988 Lincoln Town Car (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chrysler 300 | 1988 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Chrysler | Lincoln |
Model | 300 | Town Car |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4940 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2990 mm |