1980 BMW 316 vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 1999 Lincoln LS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW 316 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln LS (211 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1980 BMW 316. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1980 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 582 kg more than 1980 BMW 316. 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 (278 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW 316. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW 316 | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 316 | LS |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |
