Lincoln Continental vs. BMW 7 Series
In comparing the Lincoln Continental's and the BMW 7 Series's specifications and ratings, the Lincoln Continental has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The BMW 7 Series has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Lincoln Continental's and the BMW 7 Series's specifications and ratings, the Lincoln Continental is a better car than the BMW 7 Series.
Lincoln Continental vs. BMW 7 Series Pricing
A used 2020 Lincoln Continental ranges from $26,905 to $50,511 while a used 2020 BMW 7 Series is priced between $40,358 to $79,141.
Lincoln Continental vs. BMW 7 Series Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Lincoln Continental loses 55 percent of its value and the BMW 7 Series loses 61.5 percent of its value. This means the Lincoln Continental retains 6.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the BMW 7 Series.
Lincoln Continental vs. BMW 7 Series Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lincoln Continental is 8.5 out of 10 while the BMW 7 Series' quality rating is 7.5 out of 10. This results in the Lincoln Continental being ranked 2 out of 24 Best Luxury Large Cars and the BMW 7 Series being ranked 11 out of 24.
Lincoln Continental vs. BMW 7 Series Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lincoln Continental is 8.3 out of 10. For the BMW 7 Series the reliability rating is 8.1 out of 10. This gives the Lincoln Continental a slight advantage in reliability compared to the BMW 7 Series.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Lincoln Continental’s base engine makes 305 horsepower, and the BMW 7 Series base engine makes 335 horsepower. The Continental is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 468 miles. The 7 Series is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 597 miles. This gives the BMW 7 Series the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Lincoln Continental. The Continental uses regular unleaded, and the 7 Series uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are large cars, the BMW 7 Series has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Lincoln Continental has the advantage in the area of front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Lincoln Continental has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
26905 - 50511
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.549895
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
40358 - 79141
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.614739
Lincoln Continental Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.495448 / 10
Reliability:
8.286346 / 10
Retained Value:
7.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
BMW 7 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.473464 / 10
Reliability:
8.146927 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Lincoln Continental Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 24Ranking
2 out of / 7Ranking
3 out of / 24Ranking
4 out of / 24Ranking
6 out of / 24Ranking
12 out of / 24Ranking
17 out of / 24BMW 7 Series Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 6Ranking
6 out of / 24Ranking
7 out of / 24Ranking
7 out of / 24Ranking
7 out of / 11Ranking
7 out of / 11Ranking
9 out of / 24Ranking
11 out of / 24Ranking
23 out of / 24Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Lincoln Continental Trim Levels
Black Label, Livery, Reserve, Standard
BMW 7 Series Trim Levels
740i, 740i xDrive, 750i xDrive, ALPINA B7 xDrive, M760i xDrive
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
305 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
280 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.072 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
335 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
331 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.079 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 26 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
306 / 468 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 29 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
453 / 597 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
16.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
106.4 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
44.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Cargo Space:
18.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
114.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4224 lbs
Width:
82.3 inches
Height:
58.5 inches
Length:
201.4 inches
Wheelbase:
117.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4244 lbs
Width:
85.4 inches
Height:
58.2 inches
Length:
207.4 inches
Wheelbase:
126.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/50R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/50R18