1959 BMW 700 vs. 1995 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1995 Lincoln Continental is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 BMW 700 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Lincoln Continental, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700. 1995 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1959 BMW 700 has manual transmission. 1959 BMW 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 700 | 1995 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | 700 | Continental |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 695 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 126 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 75 L |