1974 BMW Touring vs. 1984 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1984 Lincoln Continental is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lincoln Continental (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 670 kg more than 1974 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, 1984 Lincoln Continental (339 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 1984 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | Touring | Continental |
Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |