1965 AC 427 vs. 1988 Lincoln Mark 7
To start off, 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC 427. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC 427 would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 AC 427 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC 427 (410 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1988 Lincoln Mark 7. (226 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lincoln Mark 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 weights approximately 303 kg more than 1965 AC 427.
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, 1965 AC 427 (652 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lincoln Mark 7. (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lincoln Mark 7.
Compare all specifications:
1965 AC 427 | 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 | |
Make | AC | Lincoln |
Model | 427 | Mark 7 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 652 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |