1999 Lincoln LS vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 5,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (503 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln LS. (208 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 496 kg more than 1999 Lincoln LS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (830 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln LS. (277 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln LS | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LS | CL |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 2183 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1419 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2955 mm |
