2009 Lincoln Town Car vs. 1972 Morris 1800
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Morris 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Morris 1800 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 131 more horse power than 1972 Morris 1800. (108 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1972 Morris 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 787 kg more than 1972 Morris 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lincoln Town Car is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Morris 1800, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morris 1800. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morris 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lincoln Town Car | 1972 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Morris |
| Model | Town Car | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2227 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1977 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2700 mm |
