2007 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 245 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
Because 2007 BMW 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Continental, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2005 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 330 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
