2007 BMW 325 vs. 1995 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 230 kg more than 2007 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 1995 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | 325 | Continental |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |