1987 Citroen BX vs. 1979 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1987 Citroen BX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 6,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen BX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1979 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 782 kg more than 1987 Citroen BX.
Because 1979 Lincoln Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen BX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen BX | 1979 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Citroen | Lincoln |
Model | BX | Continental |
Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 6554 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 101.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2990 mm |