1999 BMW LMR vs. 1971 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1999 BMW LMR is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW LMR (600 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 1971 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW LMR should accelerate faster than 1971 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 715 kg more than 1999 BMW LMR.
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, 1971 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW LMR. (355 Nm). This means 1971 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW LMR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW LMR | 1971 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | LMR | Continental |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 7542 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2330 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3230 mm |
