1959 Jaguar MK II vs. 1982 Lincoln Mark VI
To start off, 1982 Lincoln Mark VI is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Lincoln Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1982 Lincoln Mark VI. (139 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1982 Lincoln Mark VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lincoln Mark VI weights approximately 320 kg more than 1959 Jaguar MK II.
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, 1982 Lincoln Mark VI (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Lincoln Mark VI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar MK II | 1982 Lincoln Mark VI | |
Make | Jaguar | Lincoln |
Model | MK II | Mark VI |
Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2910 mm |