1972 BMW Touring vs. 1974 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1974 Lincoln Continental is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. At 7,541 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1972 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, 1974 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 1974 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | Touring | Continental |
Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 7541 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3230 mm |