1992 BMW 740 vs. 2005 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Continental is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 740 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 BMW 740 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 1992 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Continental, 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, 1992 BMW 740 (401 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 2005 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 740 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 75 L |
