1969 Lincoln Continental vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,544 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lincoln Continental (365 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (303 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 342 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1969 Lincoln Continental (678 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1969 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Lincoln Continental | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Continental | E |
Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7544 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 110.9 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2207 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2860 mm |