1988 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC is newer by 23 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, 2011 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. (223 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 38 kg more than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volkswagen CC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC will offer significantly more control. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen CC. (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lincoln Mark VII | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Lincoln | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mark VII | CC |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
