1971 BMW Touring vs. 1980 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1980 Lincoln Continental is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lincoln Continental (130 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 825 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 1980 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | Touring | Continental |
Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2990 mm |