1996 Caterham 7 vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 1999 Lincoln LS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln LS (249 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1996 Caterham 7. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1996 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 1232 kg more than 1996 Caterham 7. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Lincoln LS (361 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Caterham 7. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Caterham 7 | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Caterham | Lincoln |
| Model | 7 | LS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 478 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 68 L |
