2009 Lexus SC vs. 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2009 Lexus SC is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus SC (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII. (280 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 1942 kg more than 2009 Lexus SC.
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 Lexus SC (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII. (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus SC | 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Lexus | Lincoln |
| Model | SC | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2870 mm |
