1971 Jensen SP vs. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen SP would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen SP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen SP (385 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. (280 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 1974 kg more than 1971 Jensen SP.
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, 1971 Jensen SP (557 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Jensen SP | 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
Make | Jensen | Lincoln |
Model | SP | Mark VIII |
Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 557 Nm | 386 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 3757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5263 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1361 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2870 mm |