1982 Lincoln Town Car vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML (221 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1982 Lincoln Town Car. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1982 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 333 kg more than 1982 Lincoln Town Car. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lincoln Town Car. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lincoln Town Car.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Lincoln Town Car | 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Town Car | ML |
Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1817 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |