1999 Lincoln LS vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln LS. (208 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 62 kg more than 2012 BMW 328.
Because 2012 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lincoln LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 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 LS (277 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln LS | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Lincoln | BMW |
| Model | LS | 328 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4536 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
