1973 Lincoln Continental vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1973 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1973 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 499 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lincoln Continental. (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Lincoln Continental | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Continental | E |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7542 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2334 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2860 mm |