1999 BMW Z9 vs. 1962 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1999 BMW Z9 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,043 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lincoln Continental (300 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z9. (242 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 698 kg more than 1999 BMW Z9. 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, 1962 Lincoln Continental (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW Z9. (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1962 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW Z9.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW Z9 | 1962 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | Z9 | Continental |
Year Released | 1999 | 1962 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 7043 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2328 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3130 mm |