1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1992 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 1992 Lincoln Mark VII is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1992 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1992 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 400 kg more than 1962 Aston Martin DB4.
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, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lincoln Mark VII. (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lincoln Mark VII.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1992 Lincoln Mark VII | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lincoln |
Model | DB4 | Mark VII |
Year Released | 1962 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |