1981 Lincoln Continental vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1981 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1981 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 139 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (311 Nm). This means 1981 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Lincoln Continental | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Continental | CLK |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 311 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2860 mm |