1954 Triumph TR2 vs. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Triumph TR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Triumph TR2 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1954 Triumph TR2. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 1954 Triumph TR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2892 kg more than 1954 Triumph TR2. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Triumph TR2. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Triumph TR2. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII has automatic transmission and 1954 Triumph TR2 has manual transmission. 1954 Triumph TR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Triumph TR2 | 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Triumph | Lincoln |
| Model | TR2 | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2870 mm |
