1987 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1987 Lincoln Mark VII is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lincoln Mark VII (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 690 kg more than 1963 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Lincoln Mark VII (347 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311. 1987 Lincoln Mark VII has automatic transmission and 1963 Wartburg 311 has manual transmission. 1963 Wartburg 311 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Lincoln Mark VII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lincoln Mark VII | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Lincoln | Wartburg |
Model | Mark VII | 311 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |