2008 BMW 550 vs. 1983 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 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 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1983 Lincoln Continental. 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, 2008 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 1983 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 550 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4940 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
