2007 BMW 328 vs. 1979 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lincoln Continental.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Lincoln Continental (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1979 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 1979 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1979 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 328 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2990 mm |
