1988 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 1953 MG YB
To start off, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 MG YB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 MG YB would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1953 MG YB. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 1953 MG YB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 590 kg more than 1953 MG YB. 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, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 MG YB. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 MG YB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lincoln Mark VII | 1953 MG YB | |
| Make | Lincoln | MG |
| Model | Mark VII | YB |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
