1999 BMW 845 vs. 2005 Lincoln Aviator
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Aviator is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 845. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 845 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Aviator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Aviator (298 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 BMW 845. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Aviator should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 845. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Aviator weights approximately 435 kg more than 1999 BMW 845. 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, 1999 BMW 845 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln Aviator. (407 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 845 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln Aviator. 2005 Lincoln Aviator has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 845 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 845 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lincoln Aviator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 845 | 2005 Lincoln Aviator | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 845 | Aviator |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2890 mm |
