1991 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 21 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, 2012 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1991 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1991 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1991 Lincoln Mark VII. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Lincoln Mark VII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 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, 2012 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lincoln Mark VII. (347 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lincoln Mark VII.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lincoln Mark VII | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Lincoln | BMW |
| Model | Mark VII | X5 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2933 mm |
