1998 BMW 316 vs. 1980 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1998 BMW 316 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lincoln Continental (130 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 BMW 316. (103 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 457 kg more than 1998 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 316. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 316 | 1980 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 316 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2990 mm |
