1981 Porsche 930 vs. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. (280 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2457 kg more than 1981 Porsche 930.
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, 1981 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII has automatic transmission and 1981 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1981 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Porsche 930 | 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Porsche | Lincoln |
| Model | 930 | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5263 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2870 mm |
