1971 BMW 3 vs. 1990 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 1990 Lincoln Mark VII is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 3 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1990 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 270 kg more than 1971 BMW 3.
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, 1990 Lincoln Mark VII (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1990 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3. 1990 Lincoln Mark VII has automatic transmission and 1971 BMW 3 has manual transmission. 1971 BMW 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Lincoln Mark VII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW 3 | 1990 Lincoln Mark VII | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | 3 | Mark VII |
Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |