1996 BMW 325 vs. 1986 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 1996 BMW 325 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 325 (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1986 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 265 kg more than 1996 BMW 325.
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, 1986 Lincoln Mark VII (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1986 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 325. 1986 Lincoln Mark VII has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Lincoln Mark VII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 325 | 1986 Lincoln Mark VII | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 325 | Mark VII |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
