1995 Lincoln Continental vs. 2007 BMW 530
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 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, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 BMW 530.
Because 2007 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lincoln Continental | 2007 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Lincoln | BMW |
| Model | Continental | 530 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
