2008 Infiniti G35 vs. 1986 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2008 Infiniti G35 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti G35 (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1986 Lincoln Town Car. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 510 kg more than 2008 Infiniti G35.
Because 2008 Infiniti G35 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti G35 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, 1986 Lincoln Town Car (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti G35. (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1986 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti G35.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Infiniti G35 | 1986 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Infiniti | Lincoln |
Model | G35 | Town Car |
Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2990 mm |