1987 Lincoln Mark 7 vs. 1960 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lotus Seven 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 114 more horse power than 1960 Lotus Seven. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lotus Seven.
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. 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 has automatic transmission and 1960 Lotus Seven has manual transmission. 1960 Lotus Seven will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 | 1960 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Lincoln | Lotus |
| Model | Mark 7 | Seven |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2240 mm |
