1983 Lincoln Continental vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (402 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 50 kg more than 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112.
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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lincoln Continental | 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Continental | C 112 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
