2001 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1977 Lincoln Mark VI
To start off, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lincoln Mark VI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lincoln Mark VI would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1977 Lincoln Mark VI. (139 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1977 Lincoln Mark VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 94 kg more than 1977 Lincoln Mark VI. 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, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lincoln Mark VI. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lincoln Mark VI. 1977 Lincoln Mark VI has automatic transmission and 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish has manual transmission. 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Lincoln Mark VI will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1977 Lincoln Mark VI | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lincoln |
| Model | Vanquish | Mark VI |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1914 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2910 mm |
