1986 Lincoln Continental vs. 2007 BMW 335
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1986 Lincoln Continental. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1986 Lincoln Continental. 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, 2007 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lincoln Continental. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Lincoln Continental | 2007 BMW 335 | |
Make | Lincoln | BMW |
Model | Continental | 335 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 89.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |