2008 Lincoln Mark LT vs. 1968 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1968 Lotus Elan. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 1968 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 1656 kg more than 1968 Lotus Elan. 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. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT has automatic transmission and 1968 Lotus Elan has manual transmission. 1968 Lotus Elan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lincoln Mark LT | 1968 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Lincoln | Lotus |
| Model | Mark LT | Elan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2358 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1170 mm |
