1980 Lincoln Continental vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1980 Lincoln Continental. (130 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1980 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 270 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lincoln Continental. (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lincoln Continental | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Continental | C |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2720 mm |