2003 BMW 645 vs. 1999 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2003 BMW 645 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 645 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 52 kg more than 2003 BMW 645.
Because 2003 BMW 645 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 2003 BMW 645. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2003 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 645 | 1999 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | 645 | Continental |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |