1992 BMW 740 vs. 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII. (280 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2067 kg more than 1992 BMW 740.
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, 1992 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII. (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 740 | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2870 mm |
