1957 Jaguar XK vs. 1988 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII (223 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1957 Jaguar XK. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 1957 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 237 kg more than 1957 Jaguar XK. 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, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jaguar XK | 1988 Lincoln Mark VII | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lincoln |
| Model | XK | Mark VII |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3440 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 95 L |
