1999 BMW 540 vs. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 540 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 587 kg more than 1999 BMW 540. 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, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT (495 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 540. (439 Nm). This means 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 540. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 540 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 540 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 540 | 2008 Lincoln Mark LT | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 540 | Mark LT |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1771 kg | 2358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3520 mm |
