1988 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (494 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. (223 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 155 kg more than 1988 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lincoln Mark VII | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mark VII | CL |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 88 L |
