2000 BMW 328 vs. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 328 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2000 BMW 328. (201 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 888 kg more than 2000 BMW 328. 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, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT (495 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 328. (279 Nm). This means 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 328. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 328 | 2008 Lincoln Mark LT | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 328 | Mark LT |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3520 mm |
