1988 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 2000 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2000 TVR Griffith is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Griffith (320 HP) has 182 more horse power than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 600 kg more than 2000 TVR Griffith.
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, 2000 TVR Griffith (434 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. (346 Nm). This means 2000 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. 1988 Lincoln Mark VII has automatic transmission and 2000 TVR Griffith has manual transmission. 2000 TVR Griffith will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Lincoln Mark VII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lincoln Mark VII | 2000 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Lincoln | TVR |
| Model | Mark VII | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 320 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2290 mm |
