2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1988 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. (223 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 265 kg more than 2000 BMW Z3.
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, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW Z3 | 1988 Lincoln Mark VII | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | Z3 | Mark VII |
Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 95 L |