1972 BMW Touring vs. 1981 Lincoln Mark VI
To start off, 1981 Lincoln Mark VI is newer by 9 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Lincoln Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lincoln Mark VI (139 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lincoln Mark VI should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lincoln Mark VI weights approximately 790 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, 1981 Lincoln Mark VI (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Lincoln Mark VI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 1981 Lincoln Mark VI | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | Touring | Mark VI |
Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |