2009 BMW 650 vs. 1968 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,536 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (361 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1968 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1968 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 685 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
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, 2009 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lincoln Continental. (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 1968 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | 650 | Continental |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 7536 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 361 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 464 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2980 mm |