1977 Lincoln Mark VI vs. 1985 Morgan 4
To start off, 1985 Morgan 4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lincoln Mark VI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lincoln Mark VI would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Lincoln Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lincoln Mark VI (139 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1985 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lincoln Mark VI should accelerate faster than 1985 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lincoln Mark VI weights approximately 995 kg more than 1985 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1977 Lincoln Mark VI (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Lincoln Mark VI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Morgan 4. 1977 Lincoln Mark VI has automatic transmission and 1985 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1985 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Lincoln Mark VI will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lincoln Mark VI | 1985 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Morgan |
| Model | Mark VI | 4 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2450 mm |
