1995 Lincoln Continental vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560
To start off, 1995 Lincoln Continental is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 2 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560.
Because 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Lincoln Continental, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lincoln Continental | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Continental | 560 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 5547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 94.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2850 mm |
