1971 Lincoln Continental vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,536 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1971 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1971 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 884 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 1971 Lincoln Continental (465 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lincoln Continental | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Continental | E |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7536 cc | 3498 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 | 465 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2860 mm |
