1988 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 22 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS 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 84 kg more than 2010 Cadillac BLS.
Because 1988 Lincoln Mark VII is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac BLS. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lincoln Mark VII | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Lincoln | Cadillac |
| Model | Mark VII | BLS |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
