2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 1977 Lincoln Mark VI
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lincoln Mark VI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lincoln Mark VI would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Lincoln Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1977 Lincoln Mark VI. (139 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1977 Lincoln Mark VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lincoln Mark VI weights approximately 536 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lincoln Mark VI. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lincoln Mark VI. 1977 Lincoln Mark VI has automatic transmission and 2003 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2003 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Lincoln Mark VI will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 1977 Lincoln Mark VI | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lincoln |
| Model | 360 | Mark VI |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |
