1992 BMW 850 vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 1999 Lincoln LS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,576 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (380 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln LS. (211 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 213 kg more than 1999 Lincoln LS. 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, 1992 BMW 850 (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln LS. (278 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 850 | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | 850 | LS |
Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5576 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |