1968 Lincoln Continental vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 43 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1968 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1968 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 65 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 1968 Lincoln Continental (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML. (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lincoln Continental | 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Continental | ML |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7536 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 2145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2913 mm |