2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1977 Lincoln Mark VI
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lincoln Mark VI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lincoln Mark VI would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Lincoln Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1977 Lincoln Mark VI. (139 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1977 Lincoln Mark VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lincoln Mark VI weights approximately 32 kg more than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
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, 1977 Lincoln Mark VI (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1977 Lincoln Mark VI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS. 1977 Lincoln Mark VI has automatic transmission and 2008 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2008 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Lincoln Mark VI will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 1977 Lincoln Mark VI | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
| Model | CTS | Mark VI |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
