2008 BMW 320 vs. 1972 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 825 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1972 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 320 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 7542 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3230 mm |
