2008 BMW 328 vs. 1983 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Continental.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Lincoln Continental (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 1983 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 328 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
