1982 Lincoln Continental vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 31 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1982 Lincoln Continental. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1982 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 30 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lincoln Continental. (237 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lincoln Continental | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Continental | C |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4591 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
