2007 BMW Convertible vs. 1973 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1973 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1973 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 484 kg more than 2007 BMW Convertible.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lincoln Continental. (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 1973 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | Convertible | Continental |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 7542 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3230 mm |
