1990 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (311 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1990 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1990 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 403 kg more than 1990 Lincoln Mark VII. 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lincoln Mark VII. (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lincoln Mark VII.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Lincoln Mark VII | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
Make | Lincoln | BMW |
Model | Mark VII | 7 Series |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2053 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5214 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2134 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3210 mm |