1986 Lincoln Continental vs. 2009 BMW 316
To start off, 2009 BMW 316 is newer by 23 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, 1986 Lincoln Continental (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 340 kg more than 2009 BMW 316. 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, 1986 Lincoln Continental (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1986 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lincoln Continental | 2009 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Lincoln | BMW |
| Model | Continental | 316 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
