1999 Lincoln Continental vs. 2011 BMW 335

To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 125 kg more than 2011 BMW 335.

Because 2011 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln Continental. 1999 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Lincoln Continental 2011 BMW 335
Make Lincoln BMW
Model Continental 335
Year Released 1999 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4601 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 217 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 372 Nm 406 Nm
Torque RPM 4750 RPM 1200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 1625 kg
Vehicle Length 5300 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1783 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1374 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2761 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 61 L


 

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