1982 Lincoln Mark VI vs. 2004 Noble M14
To start off, 2004 Noble M14 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lincoln Mark VI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lincoln Mark VI would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Lincoln Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Noble M14 (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1982 Lincoln Mark VI. (139 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Noble M14 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lincoln Mark VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lincoln Mark VI weights approximately 670 kg more than 2004 Noble M14.
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, 2004 Noble M14 (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lincoln Mark VI. (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Noble M14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lincoln Mark VI. 1982 Lincoln Mark VI has automatic transmission and 2004 Noble M14 has manual transmission. 2004 Noble M14 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 | 2004 Noble M14 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Noble |
| Model | Mark VI | M14 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2440 mm |
