2004 BMW 525 vs. 1973 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 31 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, 1973 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 570 kg more than 2004 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 525. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 525 | 1973 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | 525 | Continental |
Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 7542 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 2334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3230 mm |