2007 BMW 328 vs. 1971 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,536 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1971 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1971 Lincoln Continental.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Lincoln Continental (465 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1971 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1971 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 328 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 7536 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2980 mm |
