1991 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 2011 BMW 116
To start off, 2011 BMW 116 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lincoln Mark VII (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 BMW 116. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 310 kg more than 2011 BMW 116. 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, 1991 Lincoln Mark VII (347 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 116. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Lincoln Mark VII | 2011 BMW 116 | |
Make | Lincoln | BMW |
Model | Mark VII | 116 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |