1995 Lincoln Continental vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 17 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 74 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 330 kg more than 2012 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 118 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 2012 BMW 118. 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, 1995 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1995 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lincoln Continental | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Lincoln | BMW |
| Model | Continental | 118 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4324 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 51 L |
