1966 BMW 2000 vs. 1971 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1971 Lincoln Continental is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 2000 would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1966 BMW 2000. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1966 BMW 2000. 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, 1971 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 2000. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 2000. 1971 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1966 BMW 2000 has manual transmission. 1966 BMW 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 2000 | 1971 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 2000 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 7542 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3230 mm |
