2008 BMW 328 vs. 2004 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lincoln Continental.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328. 2004 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 2004 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 328 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |
