2008 BMW 320 vs. 1974 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,541 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 840 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, 1974 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 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 | 1974 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 320 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 7541 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3230 mm |
