1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 2011 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2011 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1976 BMW 3.3. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 3.3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1976 BMW 3.3. 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, 2011 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 3.3. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 3.3.
Compare all specifications:
1976 BMW 3.3 | 2011 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | 3.3 | Navigator |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3295 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 2639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1989 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 106 L |