1968 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1983 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 1983 Lincoln Mark VII is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Mark VII. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 590 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV.
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, 1983 Lincoln Mark VII (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. 1983 Lincoln Mark VII has automatic transmission and 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Lincoln Mark VII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1983 Lincoln Mark VII | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lincoln |
Model | GTV | Mark VII |
Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |