1999 Lincoln Continental vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln Continental.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R (632 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln Continental | 2007 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Continental | R |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 632 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 102.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
