1980 Lincoln Continental vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 28 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1980 Lincoln Continental. (130 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 615 kg more than 2008 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, 1980 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1980 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lincoln Continental | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Continental | C |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2770 mm |