2005 BMW 325 vs. 1980 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (190 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1980 Lincoln Continental. (130 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1980 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1980 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 325 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2990 mm |
