2009 Cadillac STS-V vs. 1989 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS-V is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS-V (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1989 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS-V should accelerate faster than 1989 Lincoln Mark VII.
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, 2009 Cadillac STS-V (595 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lincoln Mark VII. (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lincoln Mark VII.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS-V | 1989 Lincoln Mark VII | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
| Model | STS-V | Mark VII |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 595 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2760 mm |
