1964 Ferrari GTO vs. 1982 Lincoln Mark VI
To start off, 1982 Lincoln Mark VI is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari GTO would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Lincoln Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari GTO (301 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1982 Lincoln Mark VI. (139 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari GTO 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 942 kg more than 1964 Ferrari GTO.
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) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari GTO. (255 Nm). This means 1982 Lincoln Mark VI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari GTO. 1982 Lincoln Mark VI has automatic transmission and 1964 Ferrari GTO has manual transmission. 1964 Ferrari GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Lincoln Mark VI will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari GTO | 1982 Lincoln Mark VI | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lincoln |
| Model | GTO | Mark VI |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 878 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |
