2006 Toyota Camry vs. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (190 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2402 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (268 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Camry | 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Toyota | Lincoln |
| Model | Camry | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4601 cc |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 268 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5263 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2870 mm |
