1995 Lincoln Continental vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (621 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1995 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 530 kg more than 1995 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 627 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lincoln Continental | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Continental | CL |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 621 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2954 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |