1987 BMW 750 vs. 2013 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKX (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1987 BMW 750. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKX weights approximately 149 kg more than 1987 BMW 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Lincoln MKX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 BMW 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKX 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, 1987 BMW 750 (451 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lincoln MKX. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lincoln MKX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 750 | 2013 Lincoln MKX | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 750 | MKX |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4986 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4742 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2222 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 72 L |
