1978 Lincoln Mark VI vs. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lincoln Mark VI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lincoln Mark VI would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Lincoln Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (323 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1978 Lincoln Mark VI. (139 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1978 Lincoln Mark VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lincoln Mark VI weights approximately 8 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lincoln Mark VI. (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lincoln Mark VI.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Lincoln Mark VI | 2011 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Lincoln | Chevrolet |
Model | Mark VI | Camaro |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1812 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |