2004 BMW 330 vs. 1962 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 42 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 75 more horse power than 2004 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 838 kg more than 2004 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Lincoln Continental (630 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 1962 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 1962 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 330 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 7043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2328 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
