1984 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1984 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1984 Lincoln Mark VII.
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, 2011 BMW 535 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lincoln Mark VII. (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lincoln Mark VII.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Lincoln Mark VII | 2011 BMW 535 | |
Make | Lincoln | BMW |
Model | Mark VII | 535 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2968 mm |