1969 Lincoln Continental vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,544 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lincoln Continental (365 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 19 kg more than 1969 Lincoln Continental.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 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, 1969 Lincoln Continental (678 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1969 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lincoln Continental | 2007 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Continental | R |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7544 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2207 kg | 2226 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2990 mm |
