1996 BMW 530 vs. 2002 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2002 Lincoln LS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lincoln LS (208 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 BMW 530. (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lincoln LS weights approximately 172 kg more than 1996 BMW 530. 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, 1996 BMW 530 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lincoln LS. (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lincoln LS. 2002 Lincoln LS has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 530 | 2002 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 530 | LS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 68 L |
