1997 Lincoln Mark VIII vs. 2007 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 10 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, 2007 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII. (290 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport 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 2027 kg more than 2007 Maserati GranSport.
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, 2007 Maserati GranSport (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport 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 2007 Maserati GranSport has manual transmission. 2007 Maserati GranSport 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 | 2007 Maserati GranSport | |
Make | Lincoln | Maserati |
Model | Mark VIII | GranSport |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
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 | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5263 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1361 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2450 mm |