2001 Lincoln LS vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2001 Lincoln LS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,839 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lincoln LS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1982 Mercedes-Benz S. (201 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lincoln LS weights approximately 102 kg more than 1982 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S (315 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lincoln LS. (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lincoln LS | 1982 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LS | S |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2860 mm |
