1972 BMW Touring vs. 1996 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1996 Lincoln Continental is newer by 24 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lincoln Continental (218 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 720 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, 1996 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | Touring | Continental |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |