1993 BMW 840 vs. 1997 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1997 Lincoln Continental is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 840 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 840 (283 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1997 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1997 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 10 kg more than 1993 BMW 840.
Because 1993 BMW 840 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 1993 BMW 840. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1993 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 840 | 1997 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 840 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
