2007 Lincoln Mark LT vs. 1988 Maserati 420
To start off, 2007 Lincoln Mark LT is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lincoln Mark LT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lincoln Mark LT (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1988 Maserati 420. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 1988 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 1400 kg more than 1988 Maserati 420. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Lincoln Mark LT (523 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Maserati 420. (259 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Maserati 420. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT has automatic transmission and 1988 Maserati 420 has manual transmission. 1988 Maserati 420 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lincoln Mark LT | 1988 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Lincoln | Maserati |
Model | Mark LT | 420 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 523 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2575 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2610 mm |