1977 Lincoln Mark VI vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lincoln Mark VI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lincoln Mark VI would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Lincoln Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X1 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1977 Lincoln Mark VI. (139 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1977 Lincoln Mark VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lincoln Mark VI weights approximately 150 kg more than 2012 BMW X1.
Because 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Lincoln Mark VI. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 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, 2012 BMW X1 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lincoln Mark VI. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lincoln Mark VI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lincoln Mark VI | 2012 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Lincoln | BMW |
| Model | Mark VI | X1 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4454 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
