2006 BMW 530 vs. 1983 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Continental.
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, 1983 Lincoln Continental (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 1983 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | 530 | Continental |
Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4940 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |