2002 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1987 Lincoln Mark 7
To start off, 2002 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 15 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, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1987 Lincoln Mark 7. (152 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 De Tomaso Guara 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 464 kg more than 2002 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lincoln Mark 7. (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lincoln Mark 7. 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 has automatic transmission and 2002 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 2002 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 De Tomaso Guara | 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Lincoln |
Model | Guara | Mark 7 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4940 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 413 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |