1968 Lincoln Continental vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,536 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1968 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1968 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 345 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL.
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, 1968 Lincoln Continental (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1968 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lincoln Continental | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Continental | CL |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7536 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2720 mm |