1988 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 1966 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph Vitesse 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 830 kg more than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. 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 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lincoln Mark VII | 1966 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Lincoln | Triumph |
| Model | Mark VII | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 53 L |
