2007 BMW 118 vs. 1983 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 24 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 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 456 kg more than 2007 BMW 118.
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 (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 118 | 1983 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | 118 | Continental |
Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |