2006 Cadillac XLR vs. 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2006 Cadillac XLR is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac XLR (322 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII. (290 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2103 kg more than 2006 Cadillac XLR.
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, 2006 Cadillac XLR (423 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac XLR | 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
| Model | XLR | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5263 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2870 mm |
