1989 BMW 518 vs. 2006 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2006 Lincoln LS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 518 would be higher. At 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln LS (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1989 BMW 518. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln LS weights approximately 551 kg more than 1989 BMW 518. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Lincoln LS (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW 518. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 518 | 2006 Lincoln LS | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | 518 | LS |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1766 cc | 3933 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1711 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |