1981 BMW 725 vs. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 725 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1981 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 725.
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, 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 725 | 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | 725 | Mark VIII |
Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 386 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5265 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1361 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2870 mm |