1972 Lincoln Continental vs. 2009 BMW Z4
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 BMW Z4. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 968 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Lincoln Continental | 2009 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Lincoln | BMW |
Model | Continental | Z4 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7542 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2500 mm |