2010 Cadillac BLS vs. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac BLS. (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2197 kg more than 2010 Cadillac BLS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac BLS. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Cadillac BLS | 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
| Model | BLS | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4601 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5263 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2870 mm |
