2006 Ford F-350 vs. 1985 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1985 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 448 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350.
Because 2006 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Lincoln Mark VII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford F-350 (621 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lincoln Mark VII. (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lincoln Mark VII.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-350 | 1985 Lincoln Mark VII | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | F-350 | Mark VII |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6240 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2760 mm |
