1999 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lincoln Navigator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lincoln Navigator would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln Navigator. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 385 kg more than 2011 BMW 740.
Because 1999 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Navigator 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 Navigator (481 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 740. (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln Navigator | 2011 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Lincoln | BMW |
| Model | Navigator | 740 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 82 L |
