2003 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII. (290 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2012 kg more than 2003 Cadillac CTS-V.
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, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V (529 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII has automatic transmission and 2003 Cadillac CTS-V has manual transmission. 2003 Cadillac CTS-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac CTS-V | 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
| Model | CTS-V | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2870 mm |
