1988 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 1965 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII (223 HP) has 170 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 735 kg more than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. 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 (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lincoln Mark VII | 1965 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mark VII | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 40 L |
