1968 Lincoln Continental vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 44 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, 1968 Lincoln Continental (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R. (187 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R. (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1968 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lincoln Continental | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Continental | R |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7536 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3216 mm |
