1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. (290 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2009 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560.
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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lincoln |
Model | 560 | Mark VIII |
Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5547 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.8 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 3757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5263 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1361 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2870 mm |