1997 Lincoln Mark VIII vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII. (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 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 2022 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (563 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII. (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Porsche |
| Model | Mark VIII | 911 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 415 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3757 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5263 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1361 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2360 mm |
