2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1985 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1985 Lincoln Continental. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 255 kg more than 2000 BMW Z3.
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, 1985 Lincoln Continental (338 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW Z3 | 1985 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | Z3 | Continental |
Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |