1989 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1989 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1989 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 359 kg more than 1989 Lincoln Mark VII. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lincoln Mark VII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lincoln Mark VII. (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lincoln Mark VII.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lincoln Mark VII | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Lincoln | BMW |
Model | Mark VII | 6 series |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 437 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2009 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2081 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2968 mm |