1981 Lincoln Continental vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2001 BMW Z3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z3 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1981 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 540 kg more than 2001 BMW Z3.
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, 1981 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Z3. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Lincoln Continental | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Lincoln | BMW |
Model | Continental | Z3 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 74.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2450 mm |