1971 Lincoln Continental vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is newer by 42 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1971 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M should accelerate faster than 1971 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 78 kg more than 1971 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lincoln Continental. (465 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lincoln Continental | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Continental | M |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7536 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 2288 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2915 mm |
