1981 Lincoln Continental vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE
To start off, 1981 Lincoln Continental is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lincoln Continental (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE. (118 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 480 kg more than 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE. 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, 1981 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE. (189 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1981 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Lincoln Continental | 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE | |
Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Continental | SE |
Year Released | 1981 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 72.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2760 mm |