2008 BMW X3 vs. 1982 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1982 Lincoln Town Car. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 18 kg more than 1982 Lincoln Town Car. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1982 Lincoln Town Car (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X3 | 1982 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | X3 | Town Car |
Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1817 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 68 L |