1996 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1988 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 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 127 more horse power than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. (223 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 288 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. 1988 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. 1988 Lincoln Mark VII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 De Tomaso Pantera | 1988 Lincoln Mark VII | |
Make | De Tomaso | Lincoln |
Model | Pantera | Mark VII |
Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 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 | 1710 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 |