1972 Lamborghini Espada vs. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lamborghini Espada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lamborghini Espada would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Espada (350 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. (280 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Espada 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 2122 kg more than 1972 Lamborghini Espada.
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, 1972 Lamborghini Espada (393 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. (386 Nm). This means 1972 Lamborghini Espada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII has automatic transmission and 1972 Lamborghini Espada has manual transmission. 1972 Lamborghini Espada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Lamborghini Espada | 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
Make | Lamborghini | Lincoln |
Model | Espada | Mark VIII |
Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3938 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 280 HP |
Torque | 393 Nm | 386 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 3757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5263 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1361 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2870 mm |