1987 Lincoln Mark 7 vs. 1999 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1999 TVR Chimaera is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lincoln Mark 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Chimaera (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1987 Lincoln Mark 7. (152 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1987 Lincoln Mark 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 weights approximately 604 kg more than 1999 TVR Chimaera.
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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 TVR Chimaera. (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 TVR Chimaera. 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 has automatic transmission and 1999 TVR Chimaera has manual transmission. 1999 TVR Chimaera 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 | 1999 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Lincoln | TVR |
| Model | Mark 7 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2290 mm |
