1987 Lincoln Mark 7 vs. 1954 Morris Minor
To start off, 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 (152 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 weights approximately 839 kg more than 1954 Morris Minor. 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, 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 | 1954 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Lincoln | Morris |
| Model | Mark 7 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2190 mm |
