2008 BMW 530 vs. 1962 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,043 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lincoln Continental (300 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2008 BMW 530. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 738 kg more than 2008 BMW 530. 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, 1962 Lincoln Continental (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 530. (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1962 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 530. 1962 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 1962 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 530 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 7043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2328 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
