1999 BMW LMR vs. 1981 Lincoln Mark VI
To start off, 1999 BMW LMR is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lincoln Mark VI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lincoln Mark VI would be higher. At 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW LMR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW LMR (600 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 461 more horse power than 1981 Lincoln Mark VI. (139 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW LMR should accelerate faster than 1981 Lincoln Mark VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lincoln Mark VI weights approximately 205 kg more than 1999 BMW LMR.
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, 1981 Lincoln Mark VI (359 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW LMR. (355 Nm). This means 1981 Lincoln Mark VI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW LMR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW LMR | 1981 Lincoln Mark VI | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | LMR | Mark VI |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1820 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |
