1994 BMW M5 vs. 1988 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 1994 BMW M5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. (223 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. 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, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW M5. (401 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1988 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW M5. 1988 Lincoln Mark VII has automatic transmission and 1994 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 1994 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Lincoln Mark VII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW M5 | 1988 Lincoln Mark VII | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | M5 | Mark VII |
Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 95 L |