2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 1984 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1984 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1984 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 258 kg more than 2001 Ferrari 360.
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 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lincoln Mark VII. (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lincoln Mark VII. 1984 Lincoln Mark VII has automatic transmission and 2001 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2001 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Lincoln Mark VII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 360 | 1984 Lincoln Mark VII | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lincoln |
| Model | 360 | Mark VII |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3573 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1800 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
