2007 Cadillac STS vs. 1987 Lincoln Mark 7
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lincoln Mark 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1987 Lincoln Mark 7. (152 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1987 Lincoln Mark 7.
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, 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac STS. (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac STS | 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 | |
Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
Model | STS | Mark 7 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 4940 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2760 mm |