1970 Lincoln Continental vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,534 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (517 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1970 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1970 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 720 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 1970 Lincoln Continental (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Lincoln Continental | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Continental | C |
Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7534 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 517 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2770 mm |