1990 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 1956 Maserati 450
To start off, 1990 Lincoln Mark VII is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1990 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 860 kg more than 1956 Maserati 450.
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, 1956 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lincoln Mark VII. (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1956 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lincoln Mark VII. 1990 Lincoln Mark VII has automatic transmission and 1956 Maserati 450 has manual transmission. 1956 Maserati 450 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Lincoln Mark VII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Lincoln Mark VII | 1956 Maserati 450 | |
Make | Lincoln | Maserati |
Model | Mark VII | 450 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1956 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4478 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 487 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 790 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |