2007 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1988 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XJ6.
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, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar XJ6. (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1988 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar XJ6 | 1988 Lincoln Mark VII | |
Make | Jaguar | Lincoln |
Model | XJ6 | Mark VII |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2760 mm |