1987 Lincoln Mark 7 vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1987 Lincoln Mark 7. (152 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lincoln Mark 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 weights approximately 154 kg more than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 | 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mark 7 | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
