1996 Lincoln Continental vs. 2011 BMW 135
To start off, 2011 BMW 135 is newer by 15 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, 2011 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1996 Lincoln Continental. (218 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 100 kg more than 2011 BMW 135.
Because 2011 BMW 135 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 2011 BMW 135. 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, 2011 BMW 135 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lincoln Continental. 1996 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 135 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lincoln Continental | 2011 BMW 135 | |
| Make | Lincoln | BMW |
| Model | Continental | 135 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 53 L |
