1982 Lincoln Continental vs. 1994 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1994 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercedes-Benz E (120 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1982 Lincoln Continental. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1982 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 239 kg more than 1994 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 1982 Lincoln Continental (237 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercedes-Benz E. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lincoln Continental | 1994 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Continental | E |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
