1998 Lincoln Continental vs. 2009 BMW 630
To start off, 2009 BMW 630 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 630 (268 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1998 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 142 kg more than 2009 BMW 630.
Because 2009 BMW 630 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 2009 BMW 630. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 630. (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lincoln Continental | 2009 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Lincoln | BMW |
| Model | Continental | 630 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
