2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII (290 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2532 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lincoln |
Model | E | Mark VIII |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 3757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5263 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1361 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2870 mm |