1998 BMW Z3 vs. 2004 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1998 BMW Z3. (240 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1197 kg more than 1998 BMW Z3. 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, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW Z3. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Z3 | 2004 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | Z3 | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3030 mm |
