1997 BMW Mini ACV 30 vs. 1988 Lincoln Town Car

To start off, 1997 BMW Mini ACV 30 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lincoln Town Car (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1997 BMW Mini ACV 30. (140 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW Mini ACV 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 235 kg more than 1997 BMW Mini ACV 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1988 Lincoln Town Car 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 1988 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 BMW Mini ACV 30, 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, 1988 Lincoln Town Car (366 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW Mini ACV 30. (260 Nm). This means 1988 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW Mini ACV 30.

Compare all specifications:

1997 BMW Mini ACV 30 1988 Lincoln Town Car
Make BMW Lincoln
Model Mini ACV 30 Town Car
Year Released 1997 1988
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1798 cc 4940 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 140 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 3200 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 366 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1595 kg 1830 kg
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2990 mm


 

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