1977 Lincoln Mark VI vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 36 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1977 Lincoln Mark VI. (139 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1977 Lincoln Mark VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 490 kg more than 1977 Lincoln Mark VI. 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lincoln Mark VI. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lincoln Mark VI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lincoln Mark VI | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Lincoln | GMC |
| Model | Mark VI | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
