1990 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 1959 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1990 Lincoln Mark VII is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lincoln Mark VII (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Seven. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1959 Lotus Seven. 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. 1990 Lincoln Mark VII has automatic transmission and 1959 Lotus Seven has manual transmission. 1959 Lotus Seven 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 | 1959 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Lincoln | Lotus |
| Model | Mark VII | Seven |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 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 | 440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2240 mm |
