1999 Lincoln Continental vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 14 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 330 kg more than 1999 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series 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 2013 BMW 6 series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln Continental | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Lincoln | BMW |
| Model | Continental | 6 series |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4897 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
