1990 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (297 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII. (290 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 1947 kg more than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (463 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercedes-Benz S | 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lincoln |
Model | S | Mark VIII |
Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5547 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.8 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 3757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5265 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1361 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2870 mm |