1968 Ford Mustang vs. 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Mustang (335 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII. (290 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII.
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, 1968 Ford Mustang (597 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Mustang | 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Mustang | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 290 HP |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2870 mm |
