1991 Italdesign M12 vs. 2008 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Italdesign M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Italdesign M12 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Italdesign M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Italdesign M12 (300 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Lincoln Town Car. (240 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign M12 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lincoln Town Car.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Italdesign M12 (450 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lincoln Town Car. (389 Nm). This means 1991 Italdesign M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lincoln Town Car. 2008 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1991 Italdesign M12 has manual transmission. 1991 Italdesign M12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Italdesign M12 | 2008 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Italdesign | Lincoln |
| Model | M12 | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3150 mm |
