1972 BMW Touring vs. 1982 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1982 Lincoln Continental is newer by 10 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 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lincoln Continental (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 505 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, 1982 Lincoln Continental (237 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 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 | 1982 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | Touring | Continental |
Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |