1973 BMW 3.3 vs. 1998 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1998 Lincoln Continental is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1973 BMW 3.3. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 3.3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 300 kg more than 1973 BMW 3.3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 BMW 3.3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 BMW 3.3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Lincoln Continental, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 3.3. (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 3.3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3.3 | 1998 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 3.3 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |
