1968 Lincoln Continental vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 39 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1968 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1968 Lincoln Continental.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (630 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lincoln Continental. (464 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lincoln Continental | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Continental | E |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7536 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 507 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2860 mm |
