1998 BMW 728 vs. 2005 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 728. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 728 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Town Car (240 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1998 BMW 728. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 728. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 197 kg more than 1998 BMW 728. 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, 2005 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 728. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 728.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 728 | 2005 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 728 | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 2002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |
