2001 Cadillac XLR vs. 1987 Lincoln Mark 7
To start off, 2001 Cadillac XLR is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lincoln Mark 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac XLR (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1987 Lincoln Mark 7. (152 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1987 Lincoln Mark 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2001 Cadillac XLR.
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 Cadillac XLR (401 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lincoln Mark 7. (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lincoln Mark 7.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Cadillac XLR | 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 | |
Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
Model | XLR | Mark 7 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4940 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.2 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |