1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT
To start off, 2007 Lincoln Mark LT is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Lincoln Mark LT. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lincoln Mark LT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 357 kg more than 1959 Cadillac 62.
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, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lincoln Mark LT. (523 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lincoln Mark LT.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac 62 | 2007 Lincoln Mark LT | |
Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
Model | 62 | Mark LT |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6381 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 523 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 105.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 2575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 114 L |