1988 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 23 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (536 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. (223 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 520 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (799 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S 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 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mark VII | S |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 536 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 799 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
