1971 BMW Touring vs. 2011 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2011 Lincoln MKS is newer by 40 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln MKS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln MKS (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln MKS weights approximately 853 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, 2011 Lincoln MKS (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln MKS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 2011 Lincoln MKS | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | Touring | MKS |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5184 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1565 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2868 mm |
