1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. (290 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2207 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII has automatic transmission and 1999 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
Model | Camaro | Mark VIII |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 3757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5263 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1361 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2870 mm |