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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 725 kg more than 2007 BMW 335.
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 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2980 mm |
