1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1988 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. (223 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 650 kg more than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 1988 Lincoln Mark VII | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lincoln |
| Model | Imperial | Mark VII |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2760 mm |
