1979 BMW 633 vs. 2002 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2002 Lincoln LS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 633. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 633 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 633 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lincoln LS (208 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1979 BMW 633. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 633. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lincoln LS weights approximately 217 kg more than 1979 BMW 633. 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, 1979 BMW 633 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lincoln LS. (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 633 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
1979 BMW 633 | 2002 Lincoln LS | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | 633 | LS |
Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |