2000 Ford TS-50 vs. 1988 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 2000 Ford TS-50 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Ford TS-50. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford TS-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 442 kg more than 2000 Ford TS-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII (346 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford TS-50. (175 Nm). This means 1988 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford TS-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford TS-50 | 1988 Lincoln Mark VII | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | TS-50 | Mark VII |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1650 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
