2009 BMW 135 vs. 1996 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1996 Lincoln Continental. (218 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 225 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
Because 2009 BMW 135 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lincoln Continental, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 135 | 1996 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | 135 | Continental |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 75 L |