1969 Ferrari 365 GTS vs. 1987 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 1987 Lincoln Mark VII is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1987 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS should accelerate faster than 1987 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 130 kg more than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS.
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, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS (364 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lincoln Mark VII. (347 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lincoln Mark VII. 1987 Lincoln Mark VII has automatic transmission and 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS has manual transmission. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Lincoln Mark VII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1969 Ferrari 365 GTS | 1987 Lincoln Mark VII | |
Make | Ferrari | Lincoln |
Model | 365 GTS | Mark VII |
Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |