1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII (290 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 987 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mercedes-Benz 600 (501 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lincoln |
Model | 600 | Mark VIII |
Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 3757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 5265 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1361 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2870 mm |