1988 BMW 520 vs. 1972 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1988 BMW 520 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1988 BMW 520. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 760 kg more than 1988 BMW 520. 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, 1972 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 520. (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 520 | 1972 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | 520 | Continental |
Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 7542 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3230 mm |