1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1983 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 1983 Lincoln Mark VII is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lincoln Mark VII (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 180 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Lincoln Mark VII (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1983 Lincoln Mark VII | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Lincoln |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Mark VII |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
