2002 Jaguar XJR vs. 1987 Lincoln Mark 7
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJR 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 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1987 Lincoln Mark 7. (152 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1987 Lincoln Mark 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 1 kg more than 1987 Lincoln Mark 7. 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, 2002 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lincoln Mark 7. (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lincoln Mark 7.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jaguar XJR | 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 | |
Make | Jaguar | Lincoln |
Model | XJR | Mark 7 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4940 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2760 mm |