2008 BMW M6 vs. 1981 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1981 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 BMW M6.
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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lincoln Continental. (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M6 | 1981 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | M6 | Continental |
Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2990 mm |