1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 778 kg more than 1961 Land Rover A 109. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Lincoln Mark LT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (138 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT has automatic transmission and 1961 Land Rover A 109 has manual transmission. 1961 Land Rover A 109 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Land Rover A 109 | 2008 Lincoln Mark LT | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lincoln |
| Model | A 109 | Mark LT |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3520 mm |
