2009 Lincoln Town Car vs. 1959 Moretti 1200

To start off, 2009 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Moretti 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Moretti 1200 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP) has 184 more horse power than 1959 Moretti 1200. (55 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1959 Moretti 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 892 kg more than 1959 Moretti 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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. 2009 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1959 Moretti 1200 has manual transmission. 1959 Moretti 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Lincoln Town Car 1959 Moretti 1200
Make Lincoln Moretti
Model Town Car 1200
Year Released 2009 1959
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4606 cc 1204 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 239 HP 55 HP
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1872 kg 980 kg
Vehicle Length 5480 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2360 mm


 

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