1995 Lincoln Continental vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 17 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 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 10 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz G. (207 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz G.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lincoln Continental | 2012 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Continental | G |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4686 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 96 L |
