1987 Lincoln Continental vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1987 Lincoln Continental. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1987 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 180 kg more than 1987 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lincoln Continental. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lincoln Continental | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Continental | S |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 4266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3090 mm |
