1983 Lincoln Continental vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Continental.
Because 2010 BMW 550 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 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, 2010 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lincoln Continental | 2010 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Lincoln | BMW |
| Model | Continental | 550 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3066 mm |
