1996 BMW 540 vs. 1978 Lincoln Mark VI
To start off, 1996 BMW 540 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lincoln Mark VI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lincoln Mark VI would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Lincoln Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1978 Lincoln Mark VI. (139 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1978 Lincoln Mark VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lincoln Mark VI weights approximately 5 kg more than 1996 BMW 540.
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 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lincoln Mark VI. (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lincoln Mark VI. 1978 Lincoln Mark VI has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 540 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 540 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Lincoln Mark VI will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 540 | 1978 Lincoln Mark VI | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | 540 | Mark VI |
Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |