1987 Lincoln Continental vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1987 Lincoln Continental. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 105 kg more than 2011 BMW Z4.
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, 2011 BMW Z4 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lincoln Continental. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lincoln Continental | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Lincoln | BMW |
| Model | Continental | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4242 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2497 mm |
