1995 Lincoln Continental vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 1995 Lincoln Continental and 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 302 kg more than 1995 Lincoln Continental.
Because 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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, 1995 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lincoln Continental | 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Continental | SLK |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2052 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 53 L |