1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1977 Lincoln Mark VI
To start off, 1977 Lincoln Mark VI is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Lincoln Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lincoln Mark VI (139 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lincoln Mark VI should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lincoln Mark VI weights approximately 765 kg more than 1955 Austin A 55. 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, 1977 Lincoln Mark VI (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Lincoln Mark VI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55. 1977 Lincoln Mark VI has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 55 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 55 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Lincoln Mark VI will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 55 | 1977 Lincoln Mark VI | |
| Make | Austin | Lincoln |
| Model | A 55 | Mark VI |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2910 mm |
