1973 AC 428 vs. 1988 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. (223 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 280 kg more than 1973 AC 428.
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, 1973 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. 1988 Lincoln Mark VII has automatic transmission and 1973 AC 428 has manual transmission. 1973 AC 428 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Lincoln Mark VII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 AC 428 | 1988 Lincoln Mark VII | |
| Make | AC | Lincoln |
| Model | 428 | Mark VII |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7002 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 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 | 1430 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
