1975 BMW 1602 vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 1999 Lincoln LS is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln LS (249 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1602. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 780 kg more than 1975 BMW 1602. 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, 1999 Lincoln LS (361 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1602 | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 1602 | LS |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 3934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
