2008 Lincoln Mark LT vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 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 4 more horse power than 1998 Porsche 911. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 1998 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 938 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Lincoln Mark LT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 911. (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lincoln Mark LT | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lincoln | Porsche |
Model | Mark LT | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2358 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 63 L |