1978 Lincoln Mark VI vs. 2007 BMW 523
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lincoln Mark VI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lincoln Mark VI would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Lincoln Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 523 (175 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1978 Lincoln Mark VI. (139 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1978 Lincoln Mark VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lincoln Mark VI weights approximately 540 kg more than 2007 BMW 523.
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, 1978 Lincoln Mark VI (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Lincoln Mark VI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Lincoln Mark VI | 2007 BMW 523 | |
Make | Lincoln | BMW |
Model | Mark VI | 523 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 175 HP |
Torque | 359 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |