1999 Lincoln Blackwood vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lincoln Blackwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lincoln Blackwood would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 470 kg more than 1999 Lincoln Blackwood.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (799 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln Blackwood. (481 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln Blackwood.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lincoln Blackwood | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Blackwood | CL |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 536 HP |
Torque | 481 Nm | 799 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2954 mm |