1979 Lincoln Mark VI vs. 1957 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1979 Lincoln Mark VI is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lincoln Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lincoln Mark VI (139 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lincoln Mark VI should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Mark VI weights approximately 1074 kg more than 1957 Lotus Seven. 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, 1979 Lincoln Mark VI (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1979 Lincoln Mark VI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven. 1979 Lincoln Mark VI has automatic transmission and 1957 Lotus Seven has manual transmission. 1957 Lotus Seven will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Lincoln Mark VI will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lincoln Mark VI | 1957 Lotus Seven | |
Make | Lincoln | Lotus |
Model | Mark VI | Seven |
Year Released | 1979 | 1957 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 29 L |