1954 Lincoln Premiere vs. 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Lincoln Premiere. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Lincoln Premiere would be higher. At 6,331 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Lincoln Premiere (282 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Lincoln Premiere should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1954 Lincoln Premiere.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Lincoln Premiere | 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Premiere | 600 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6030 cc | 6331 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3910 mm |
