1986 Lincoln Continental vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 27 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, 2013 BMW X3 (237 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1986 Lincoln Continental. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 150 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.
Because 2013 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 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, 1986 Lincoln Continental (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X3. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lincoln Continental | 2013 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Lincoln | BMW |
| Model | Continental | X3 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2098 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
