2010 Porsche Panamera vs. 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII. (280 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 1787 kg more than 2010 Porsche Panamera.
Because 2010 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII. (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII. 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche Panamera has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche Panamera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Porsche Panamera | 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Porsche | Lincoln |
| Model | Panamera | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 699 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4968 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2918 mm | 2870 mm |
