1995 Lincoln Continental vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 2 kg more than 1995 Lincoln Continental.
Because 2007 BMW 525 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 2007 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2007 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lincoln Continental | 2007 BMW 525 | |
Make | Lincoln | BMW |
Model | Continental | 525 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |