1980 Lincoln Continental vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1980 Lincoln Continental. (130 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1980 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 BMW X5 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lincoln Continental. (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lincoln Continental | 2011 BMW X5 | |
Make | Lincoln | BMW |
Model | Continental | X5 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2934 mm |