1992 BMW 850 vs. 2005 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2005 Lincoln LS is newer by 13 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) has 148 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln LS. (232 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 178 kg more than 2005 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) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln LS. (298 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 2005 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 850 | LS |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5576 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 232 HP |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
