2007 BMW 335 vs. 1970 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,534 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1970 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1970 Lincoln Continental.
Because 2007 BMW 335 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1970 Lincoln Continental (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 335. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1970 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1970 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 335 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 7534 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| 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 |
