1982 Lincoln Continental vs. 2012 BMW 316
To start off, 2012 BMW 316 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 316 (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1982 Lincoln Continental. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 40 kg more than 2012 BMW 316.
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, 2012 BMW 316 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lincoln Continental. (237 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Lincoln Continental | 2012 BMW 316 | |
Make | Lincoln | BMW |
Model | Continental | 316 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 57 L |