2002 BMW 332 vs. 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2002 BMW 332 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII. (280 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2102 kg more than 2002 BMW 332.
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, 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 332. (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 332. 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW 332 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW 332 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 332 | 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 332 | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2870 mm |
