1988 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 2004 Marcos TS
To start off, 2004 Marcos TS is newer by 16 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 4,941 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 46 more horse power than 2004 Marcos TS. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 2004 Marcos TS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 635 kg more than 2004 Marcos TS. 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lincoln Mark VII | 2004 Marcos TS | |
| Make | Lincoln | Marcos |
| Model | Mark VII | TS |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2230 mm |
