1986 Lincoln Town Car vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lincoln Town Car (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 520 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Lincoln Town Car is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Lincoln Town Car (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. 1986 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 2011 Mercedes-Benz B has manual transmission. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lincoln Town Car | 2011 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Town Car | B |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2780 mm |
