2009 BMW X3 vs. 1972 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2009 BMW X3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 494 kg more than 2009 BMW X3.
Because 2009 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1972 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X3 | 1972 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | X3 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 7542 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3230 mm |
