1962 BMW 700 vs. 1973 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1973 Lincoln Continental is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 700 would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1674 kg more than 1962 BMW 700. 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, 1973 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1962 BMW 700 | 1973 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | 700 | Continental |
Year Released | 1962 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 7542 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 2334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3230 mm |