1962 Lincoln Continental vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,043 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1962 Lincoln Continental. (300 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1962 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 557 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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, 1962 Lincoln Continental (630 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (460 Nm). This means 1962 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lincoln Continental | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Continental | CLK |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7043 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2328 kg | 1771 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |
