1997 Lincoln Mark VIII vs. 1957 Maserati 450
To start off, 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII. (290 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2967 kg more than 1957 Maserati 450.
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, 1957 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII. 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII has automatic transmission and 1957 Maserati 450 has manual transmission. 1957 Maserati 450 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Lincoln Mark VIII | 1957 Maserati 450 | |
Make | Lincoln | Maserati |
Model | Mark VIII | 450 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1957 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4476 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 487 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 3757 kg | 790 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2410 mm |