2000 BMW Z9 vs. 1973 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2000 BMW Z9 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1973 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1973 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 648 kg more than 2000 BMW Z9.
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, 1973 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z9. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z9.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW Z9 | 1973 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | Z9 | Continental |
Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 7542 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 2334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3230 mm |