1971 BMW Touring vs. 2013 Lincoln MKT

To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKT is newer by 42 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), 2013 Lincoln MKT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKT (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKT should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKT weights approximately 1103 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, 2013 Lincoln MKT (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.

Compare all specifications:

1971 BMW Touring 2013 Lincoln MKT
Make BMW Lincoln
Model Touring MKT
Year Released 1971 2013
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 301 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 130 Nm 376 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.1 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.6:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 1030 kg 2133 kg
Vehicle Length 4120 mm 5273 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 2177 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1712 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2995 mm


 

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