1999 Lincoln Blackwood vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lincoln Blackwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lincoln Blackwood would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Blackwood is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1999 Lincoln Blackwood.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lincoln Blackwood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 Lincoln Blackwood (481 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X5. (406 Nm). This means 1999 Lincoln Blackwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln Blackwood | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Lincoln | BMW |
| Model | Blackwood | X5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2933 mm |
