1958 Jaguar XK 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 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar XK (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Mark VII. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 154 kg more than 1958 Jaguar XK.
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, 1958 Jaguar XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lincoln Mark VII. (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lincoln Mark VII.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Jaguar XK | 1983 Lincoln Mark VII | |
Make | Jaguar | Lincoln |
Model | XK | Mark VII |
Year Released | 1958 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1630 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 |