1978 Lincoln Mark VI vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lincoln Mark VI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lincoln Mark VI would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (474 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1978 Lincoln Mark VI. (139 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1978 Lincoln Mark VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lincoln Mark VI weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (631 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lincoln Mark VI. (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lincoln Mark VI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lincoln Mark VI | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mark VI | CLK |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 474 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
