1962 Lincoln Continental vs. 2005 BMW 525

To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,043 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lincoln Continental (300 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 588 kg more than 2005 BMW 525. 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, 1962 Lincoln Continental (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.

Compare all specifications:

1962 Lincoln Continental 2005 BMW 525
Make Lincoln BMW
Model Continental 525
Year Released 1962 2005
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7043 cc 2497 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 4100 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 630 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 109.2 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94 mm 82.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 18.0:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2328 kg 1740 kg
Vehicle Length 5420 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3130 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 70 L


 

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