1996 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1986 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1986 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1986 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 228 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Pantera.
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, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lincoln Mark VII. (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lincoln Mark VII. 1986 Lincoln Mark VII has automatic transmission and 1996 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1996 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Lincoln Mark VII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 De Tomaso Pantera | 1986 Lincoln Mark VII | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Lincoln |
| Model | Pantera | Mark VII |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
