1974 Lincoln Continental vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 39 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (298 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1974 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1974 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 720 kg more than 2013 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, 1974 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (370 Nm). This means 1974 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lincoln Continental | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Continental | C |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7541 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 298 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4591 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2760 mm |
