1988 Lincoln Mark 7 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 20 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1988 Lincoln Mark 7. (226 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1988 Lincoln Mark 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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, 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lincoln Mark 7 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mark 7 | CLK |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
