1988 Lincoln Mark 7 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lincoln Mark 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1988 Lincoln Mark 7. (226 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1988 Lincoln Mark 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 165 kg more than 1988 Lincoln Mark 7. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lincoln Mark 7. (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lincoln Mark 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mark 7 | CL |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
