1996 Lincoln Continental vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lincoln Continental (218 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 355 kg more than 2010 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lincoln Continental | 2010 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Lincoln | BMW |
| Model | Continental | 118 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 51 L |
