2009 BMW 335 vs. 1998 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335. 1998 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1998 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 335 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4601 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
