2009 Lincoln Town Car vs. 1966 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Plymouth Valiant 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 @ 4900 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1966 Plymouth Valiant. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1966 Plymouth Valiant.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lincoln Town Car | 1966 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Lincoln | Plymouth |
| Model | Town Car | Valiant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2700 mm |
