1987 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 5,786 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL (367 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1987 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1987 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 305 kg more than 1987 Lincoln Mark VII. 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lincoln Mark VII. (347 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lincoln Mark VII.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lincoln Mark VII | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mark VII | CL |
Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 367 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2970 mm |