1974 Lincoln Continental vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,541 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1974 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 145 kg more than 2012 BMW X5.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lincoln Continental. (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lincoln Continental | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | Lincoln | BMW |
Model | Continental | X5 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7541 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 440 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2933 mm |