1983 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 1983 Lincoln Mark VII is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lincoln Mark VII (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 220 kg more than 1957 Rover P4. 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, 1983 Lincoln Mark VII (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4. 1983 Lincoln Mark VII has automatic transmission and 1957 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1957 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Lincoln Mark VII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lincoln Mark VII | 1957 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Rover |
| Model | Mark VII | P4 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
