1998 AC Cobra vs. 1983 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 1998 AC Cobra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Mark VII. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 604 kg more than 1998 AC Cobra.
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, 1998 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lincoln Mark VII. (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lincoln Mark VII. 1983 Lincoln Mark VII has automatic transmission and 1998 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1998 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Lincoln Mark VII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 AC Cobra | 1983 Lincoln Mark VII | |
Make | AC | Lincoln |
Model | Cobra | Mark VII |
Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2760 mm |