1984 BMW 725 vs. 2002 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2002 Lincoln LS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW 725 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lincoln LS (208 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1984 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1984 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, 2002 Lincoln LS (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 725 | 2002 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 725 | LS |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2910 mm |
