1974 Lincoln Continental vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,541 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 104 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 1974 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1974 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lincoln Continental | 2007 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Continental | R |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7541 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2226 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2990 mm |
