1987 Lincoln Mark 7 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 24 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (620 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 468 more horse power than 1987 Lincoln Mark 7. (152 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 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 269 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
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, 2011 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lincoln Mark 7. (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lincoln Mark 7. 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche 911 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 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lincoln | Porsche |
Model | Mark 7 | 911 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 620 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4468 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |