1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 vs. 2003 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2003 Lincoln LS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (287 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Lincoln LS. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2003 Lincoln LS. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lincoln LS. (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | 2003 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lincoln |
| Model | 400 | LS |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2910 mm |
