2007 BMW X5 vs. 1980 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1980 Lincoln Continental. (130 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 336 kg more than 1980 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 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, 2007 BMW X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lincoln Continental. (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1980 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | X5 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2191 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2990 mm |
