1996 BMW 332 vs. 1992 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 1996 BMW 332 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 332 (323 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1992 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1992 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 90 kg more than 1996 BMW 332.
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, 1996 BMW 332 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lincoln Mark VII. (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lincoln Mark VII. 1992 Lincoln Mark VII has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 332 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 332 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Lincoln Mark VII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 332 | 1992 Lincoln Mark VII | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | 332 | Mark VII |
Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |