1990 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1990 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 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 5 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Lincoln Mark VII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lincoln Mark VII. (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 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 2011 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche 911 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 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lincoln | Porsche |
Model | Mark VII | 911 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |