1982 Lincoln Mark VI vs. 1966 Steyr 500
To start off, 1982 Lincoln Mark VI is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Lincoln Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lincoln Mark VI (139 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1966 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lincoln Mark VI should accelerate faster than 1966 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lincoln Mark VI weights approximately 1340 kg more than 1966 Steyr 500. 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, 1982 Lincoln Mark VI (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Lincoln Mark VI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Steyr 500. 1982 Lincoln Mark VI has automatic transmission and 1966 Steyr 500 has manual transmission. 1966 Steyr 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Lincoln Mark VI will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lincoln Mark VI | 1966 Steyr 500 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Steyr |
| Model | Mark VI | 500 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 1850 mm |
