2007 BMW M3 vs. 1984 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1984 Lincoln Continental. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 BMW M3.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 BMW M3 (366 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lincoln Continental. (339 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M3 | 1984 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | M3 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2760 mm |
