1985 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 2012 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2012 Smart ForTwo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lincoln Mark VII (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2012 Smart ForTwo. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 2012 Smart ForTwo.
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, 1985 Lincoln Mark VII (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Smart ForTwo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lincoln Mark VII | 2012 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Lincoln | Smart |
| Model | Mark VII | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
