1979 Lincoln Continental vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 6,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1979 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 56 kg more than 2004 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, 1979 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. (300 Nm). This means 1979 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lincoln Continental | 2004 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Continental | E |
Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6554 cc | 3196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 300 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1799 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2860 mm |