2006 Lincoln Mark LT vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Mark LT is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Mark LT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln Mark LT (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1989 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 1989 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 1261 kg more than 1989 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lincoln Mark LT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Mark LT 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 Lincoln Mark LT (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lincoln Mark LT | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Porsche |
| Model | Mark LT | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1260 mm |
