1977 BMW 520 vs. 1977 Lincoln Mark VI
To start off, both 1977 BMW 520 and 1977 Lincoln Mark VI were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Lincoln Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lincoln Mark VI (139 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1977 BMW 520. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lincoln Mark VI should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lincoln Mark VI weights approximately 255 kg more than 1977 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1977 Lincoln Mark VI (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 520. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1977 Lincoln Mark VI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 520. 1977 Lincoln Mark VI has automatic transmission and 1977 BMW 520 has manual transmission. 1977 BMW 520 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Lincoln Mark VI will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 520 | 1977 Lincoln Mark VI | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | 520 | Mark VI |
Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |