2008 Infiniti G35 vs. 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2008 Infiniti G35 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti G35 (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII. (290 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2437 kg more than 2008 Infiniti G35.
Because 2008 Infiniti G35 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti G35 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti G35. (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti G35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti G35 | 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Infiniti | Lincoln |
| Model | G35 | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2870 mm |
